**Creamy Zucchini with Linguine: A Delightful Fusion of Freshness and Comfort**
Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our creamy zucchini with linguine recipe. This delectable dish is a perfect harmony of fresh zucchini, creamy sauce, and tender linguine, promising a satisfying experience in every bite. Its vibrant green hues and tantalizing aroma will captivate your senses, while the symphony of textures and flavors will leave you craving for more.
In this curated collection of recipes, we present variations of this classic dish to suit diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the classic creamy zucchini with linguine, you can embark on a culinary journey to discover a vegan version, a gluten-free option, and a flavor-packed sun-dried tomato variant. Each recipe is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Explore the culinary wonders that await, and relish the vibrant flavors of zucchini, the velvety embrace of creamy sauce, and the delightful texture of linguine in perfect harmony.
CREAMY ZUCCHINI PASTA
A creamy sauce with flavorful zucchini which is as simple as it gets. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a quick lunch.
Provided by Jessica Montanelli
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- First, bring to boil a large pot of salted water, and in the meanwhile, chop the zucchini into matchsticks.
- In a pan, drizzle some olive oil and add the peeled and halved garlic cloves. When they start to sizzle, add the zucchini and sauté at high heat for 5-10 minutes, until the zucchini start to brown, then turn down the heat. Season with salt and black pepper.
- While the zucchini cooks, toss the pasta in the pot with boiling water and cook according to the packaging instructions.
- When the zucchini are almost ready, add the cream to the pan and season to taste. Mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Drain the pasta al dente and add it to the zucchini sauce. If necessary, add a few tablespoons of pasta water.
- Serve with grated Parmigiano on top and freshly ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fiber 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAMY TOMATO BASIL ZUCCHINI "LINGUINI" RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried basil, zucchinis, salt, olive oil, garlic, chicken broth, greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, dried basil
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Use a peeler to thinly slice zucchini into "linguini" noodles. Set aside in a bowl and mix with salt. Let sit for 20 minutes to draw moisture out of the noodles. Drain the zucchini with a clean dish cloth or paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add in chicken breast, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until no longer pink. Add in zucchini noodles, cherry tomatoes, and dried basil. Cook for an additional minute and remove from heat. Set aside in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil for for the creamy sauce in the skillet. Add in garlic cloves and cook for about 30 seconds. Add in chicken broth to cool skillet, and reduce heat to low. (This step is important: if skillet is too hot, the Greek yogurt will curdle, so allow it to cool down before adding it in).
- Add in Greek yogurt, parmesan, and dried basil. Mix until well combined. Add in the chicken, zoodles, and tomato mixture. Mix together and then remove from heat.
- Serve and garnish with fresh chopped basil, as desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 41 grams, Sugar 16 grams
CREAMY ZUCCHINI
Here's a different treatment for zucchini that's a favorite in our home. Even though the creamy Parmesan sauce is homemade, the recipe's cooking time is short. -Marguerite Shaeffer, Sewell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute zucchini in oil for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain; remove zucchini mixture with a slotted spoon and keep warm., In the same skillet, combine cream cheese and cream; cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Stir in the Parmesan cheese. , Return zucchini mixture to the pan. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, nutmeg and Swiss cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
SPAGHETTI ALLA NERANO (SPAGHETTI WITH FRIED ZUCCHINI)
This regional pasta dish from Naples is super simple and easy.
Provided by luv2cook
Time 1h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place zucchini slices on a plate and let dry for 1 hour.
- Heat 1/2 cup oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini slices in batches and deep fry until brown, 10 to 15 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and allow to cool. Mash 1/3 of the zucchini.
- Place 3 tablespoons olive oil and garlic cloves in a large saucepan over low heat. Watch carefully and simmer until garlic cloves are a light golden brown and oil is infused with garlic flavor, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in mashed zucchini. Add zucchini slices.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain spaghetti, reserving some cooking water.
- Add spaghetti and provolone cheese to the saucepan. Toss and add hot pasta water until sauce becomes creamy. Mix in basil, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 84.7 mg, Sugar 3 g
LINGUINE W/ CREAMY ZUCCHINI SAUCE
This is similar to alfredo but not nearly as heavy. I found this in a magazine while on vacation at the St. Lawrence River years ago. My now married daughter is coming home for a few days and has been asking me to make this again. Well, it took a few hours to "unearth" this recipe so here it is where I can find it again quickly next time!
Provided by kjt96
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Start pasta.
- Heat oil, add garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add 1/4 of the zucchini; cook on high; stirring to coat with oil.
- Add rest of zucchini. cook about 3 minutes.
- Add sour cream and cheddar cheese.
- Turn off heat while cheese melts.
- Toss with pasta.
- Serve with extra parmesan or romano cheese to top.
- Creamy and YUMMY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.9, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 24.2, Sodium 304.9, Carbohydrate 92, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 8.2, Protein 22.9
CARAMELIZED ZUCCHINI PASTA
This recipe transforms two pounds of grated fresh zucchini into one cup of caramelized zucchini that's rich, sweet and jammy enough to become a pasta sauce. Cooked over moderately high heat in a combination of olive oil and butter, the zucchini fries in its own juices and concentrates its flavor. Adding garlic and basil lends sweetness, but consider adding anchovy, preserved lemon or red-pepper flakes. As browned bits appear in the skillet, deglaze with a few tablespoons of water, chicken stock or vegetable stock to help prevent burning and to incorporate all of those tasty caramelized bits into the sauce. With time and patience, you'll have a not-so-pretty but delicious mixture, like caramelized onions made with zucchini. Eat it tossed with pasta, as is done here, or add it to sandwiches, pizzas or antipasti spreads. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, pastas
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large (at least 12-inch) cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and oil. When it's foaming, add the zucchini, garlic, the basil stems and half the basil leaves. Season with 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover and cook until pooling with liquid, 5 to 7 minutes. Uncover and cook until the liquid evaporates and the zucchini starts to sizzle, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Continue to cook until the zucchini is very soft, dark green, and reduced to about 1 cup, another 20 to 25 minutes. When you see a build up of browned bits on the skillet, add a couple tablespoons of water and stir, scraping up the browned bits. Repeat anytime more browning occurs. If you see burning, deglaze with water and lower the heat. (Caramelized zucchini can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a week; it also freezes well.)
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When the zucchini is about done, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Reserve 2 cups of pasta water, then drain the pasta. If the zucchini is ready before the pasta, keep cooking it; the zucchini will only get better the longer it cooks.
- When the pasta's drained, remove the herb stems from the zucchini. Reduce the heat on the zucchini to medium, then add the pasta, 1 cup pasta water, and the Parmesan. Stir until the pasta is glossed with sauce. Add more pasta water as needed to thin the sauce. Stir in the lemon juice and remaining basil, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with more basil, Parmesan and black pepper.
Tips:
- Selecting the Right Zucchini: Choose medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid zucchini that are too large, as they tend to have a more fibrous texture.
- Cooking the Zucchini: To achieve the perfect texture, cook the zucchini over medium heat until it is tender but still retains a slight bite. Overcooking can result in mushy zucchini.
- Enhance the Zucchini's Flavor: Before adding the zucchini to the pasta, consider sautéing it in butter or olive oil with garlic, herbs, or spices to enhance its flavor.
- Creating a Creamy Sauce: For a luscious and creamy sauce, use a combination of heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and a touch of white wine or chicken broth. Simmer the sauce gently to allow the flavors to meld.
- Adding Vegetables for Extra Nutrition: Feel free to incorporate other vegetables into the dish, such as chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach, to increase its nutritional value and flavor.
- Garnish for Presentation: Before serving, sprinkle the pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil to enhance its appearance and flavor.
Conclusion:
This creamy zucchini with linguine recipe is a delectable and versatile dish that showcases the deliciousness of fresh zucchini. With its creamy sauce, tender zucchini, and the option to add other vegetables, it's a delightful meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please even the most discerning palates. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more. Happy cooking!
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