In this comprehensive culinary guide, we present a delectable selection of zucchini recipes sure to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your culinary repertoire. From the classic sautéed zucchini with garlic and herbs to the innovative zucchini noodles with pesto and grilled shrimp, each recipe is carefully curated to highlight the versatility and flavor of this garden-fresh vegetable. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy side dish, a hearty main course, or a refreshing summer salad, we have something for every palate and occasion. So, prepare to be inspired as we embark on a culinary journey through the world of zucchini, transforming this humble ingredient into a symphony of flavors.
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ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH TOMATO & BASIL CREAM SAUCE
If you've never tried zucchini noodles, or zoodles, it's time to go for it. This easy recipe dials down the carbs and is reminiscent of pasta with vodka sauce, but it's made much lighter and fresher tasting by skipping the pasta and heavy cream. The flavorful mix of zucchini, tomato, and basil lends a garden fresh taste to this delicious dish, while grated cheese and whipped cream cheese will trick your taste buds into thinking you've got real vodka sauce on your plate. Mangia!
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until light golden and tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomatoes and water; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 3 minutes.
- Stir in salt and crushed red pepper; gently stir in zucchini. Increase heat to medium high; cook, tossing frequently, until zucchini is tender, 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted; remove from heat. Stir in basil; sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Serving size: 1 cup
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 kcal
ZUCCHINI " PASTA" WITH BASIL CREAM
This is another quick but delicious veggie side dish for dinner. I'm not sure where I got the recipe, but I enjoy it more the next day as leftovers!
Provided by bmxmama
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat stock, garlic and cayenne pepper to boiling high heat.
- Add zucchini, cover, and cook until tender 1-2 minutes.
- *At the last 30 seconds of cooking the zucchini add carrots if you like them a little tender.*.
- Drain off liquid.
- Add remaining ingredients to pan and toss until cheese melts.
- Serve immediately.
CREAMY ZUCCHINI-BASIL SOUP
Cooked, puréed zucchini adds rich, creamy body to this easy, summery soup.
Provided by Amy Myers, MD
Categories HarperCollins HarperCollins Soup/Stew Summer Zucchini Basil Quick and Healthy Healthy Wheat/Gluten-Free Dairy Free
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, heat the oil and onion over medium-high heat. When hot, add the zucchini and sauté until the vegetables are soft. Set aside and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Place the zucchini and onion, bone broth, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until combined. Add the olive oil and pulse until combined. Return the soup to the saucepan and reheat. Divide soup between two bowls and serve.
ONE-POT ZUCCHINI-BASIL PASTA
This no-colander-necessary, one-pot pasta method isn't a gimmick: Cooking the noodles in just enough seasoned stock means they're done in the same amount of time it takes the liquid to reduce into a concentrated, extra flavorful sauce. Mascarpone makes it silky, though crème fraîche or even softened cream cheese would be solid substitutes. While the pasta cooks, make a quick gremolata of chopped parsley, salted almonds and basil, which adds brightness and texture to the finished dish. Though this pasta comes together quickly, it requires more attention than some: Be sure to stir frequently so the noodles cook evenly, and add a splash of water toward the end of cooking, as needed, so they stay saucy.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories dinner, easy, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large, deep 12-inch skillet, bring stock to a boil over high heat. Once stock boils, stir in pasta, zucchini, mascarpone, garlic and half the basil; season generously with salt and pepper and reduce the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender and liquid is reduced until thickened and creamy, 12 to 13 minutes, adding a splash of water during the last few minutes of cooking if needed to moisten. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, prepare the gremolata: Chop almonds and parsley with remaining basil until finely chopped and combined; season with salt and pepper.
- Divide pasta among shallow bowls. Sprinkle with gremolata and serve immediately.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES WITH BASIL CHIVE CREAM
Categories Cake Dairy Vegetable Side Cocktail Party Zucchini Summer Pan-Fry Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 15 pancakes as hors d'oeuvre or side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make basil chive cream:
- Blend sour cream, water, basil, chives, and salt in a blender until smooth and pale green. Chill until ready to serve.
- Make pancakes:
- Put zucchini in a colander and toss with salt. Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes, then wrap zucchini in a kitchen towel and twist towel to wring out as much liquid as possible. Transfer zucchini to a large bowl and stir in flour, sugar, and pepper.
- Beat egg whites with a pinch of salt using an electric mixer until they just hold stiff peaks, then gently fold into zucchini mixture.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches of 5, spoon 2 tablespoons batter per pancake into skillet, flattening slightly with back of spoon. Cook pancakes, turning once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes total, transferring as cooked to paper towels to drain and adding more oil to skillet as necessary.
- Serve immediately, with basil chive cream.
BASIL ZUCCHINI
Simple healthy side for 2. Add a little red pepper flakes to the oil as it heats to get this a kick. I also use Crookneck Squash in making this.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a medium non-stick skillet.
- Stir fry the zucchini until it is just tender.
- Add the basil and garlic near the end of the cooking time.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
CREAMY PASTA WITH ROASTED ZUCCHINI, ALMONDS AND BASIL
Whole-grain pasta offerings on supermarket shelves have expanded with gusto. Unlike the gluey, good-for-you-but-not-your-tastebuds pastas of yore, the best whole-grain brands are firm-textured and tasty. The warm, nutty flavor of varieties like these is robust enough to stand up to intense, complicated sauces, yet satisfying with just a little butter and Parmesan shaved over the top. Here, pasta with creamy goat cheese and a bite of citrus is enough to keep even the most staunch of whole-wheat opponents satisfied.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 500 degrees. Toss the zucchini and oil with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Arrange zucchini on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast, tossing occasionally, until golden and tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the almonds in a skillet over medium heat until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
- Simmer the cream and basil sprig in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 7 minutes. Whisk in the goat cheese until the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain well. Toss the pasta with the cream sauce. Serve topped with the zucchini and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 642, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 821 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh, small zucchini. Larger zucchini can be tough and seedy. You can also use a vegetable peeler to create zucchini ribbons.
- Cook the zucchini over high heat. This will help to brown the zucchini and give it a slightly caramelized flavor.
- Don't overcook the zucchini. Zucchini should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
- Use a good quality basil pesto. You can make your own pesto or use a store-bought brand. Look for a pesto that is made with fresh basil, olive oil, garlic, and pine nuts.
- Serve the zucchini immediately. Zucchini is best when served hot or warm.
Conclusion:
Zucchini with Basil Cream is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish or main course. It is a great way to enjoy fresh zucchini and basil. The creamy, flavorful sauce pairs perfectly with the tender zucchini. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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