These garlicky zucchini not only make a flavorful side dish but also double nicely as a pasta sauce. Boil 1 lb. pasta, such as penne or rigatoni, according to the package instructions. Drain and add to the fry pan, and toss with the zucchini. Serve with plenty of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. You can substitute fresh flat-leaf parsley for the basil.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
2 lb. zucchini
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh basil
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions
Trim the stem ends of each zucchini. Cut in half lengthwise and then cut crosswise into slices about 1/2 inch thick.
In a large, heavy fry pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 2 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the basil over the zucchini toward the end of the cooking time.
Season with salt and pepper, transfer to a warmed serving dish and serve immediately. Serves 4.
Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Essentials of Italian by Michele Scicolone (Oxmoor House, 2007).
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chicagofoodie from
Easy, quick, terrific with pastaMade this to go with Spanish chicken (so it's Mediterranean, I know) using zucchini, fresh basil and garlic from the farmers market. Used Greek olive oil and the flavors were outstanding! We are gluten-free so I used Banza chickpea penne and tossed the pasta with the zucchini. To make it was extraordinarily quick, very easy, and delicious. Scattered a lot of grated parmigiano reggiano over the hot pasta in the pan and then topped it with the rest of the cheese and julienned basil. Highly recommend as a side dish or first course.
Date published: 2017-10-22
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azul from
OutstandingI used less oil than the recipe called for but regardless, outstanding flavor. Excellent, fast side dish.
Date published: 2013-12-19
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LynnieLou123 from
Delicious!Super easy and very flavorful! The garlic came through so nicely. I added just a hint of red pepper flakes at the end.
