Zucchini Pasta Dish
Ingredients List
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1 pound rotini pasta
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5 small zucchini, sliced
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⅓ cup olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
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⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta in the boiling water until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta.
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In a separate medium saucepan, add salted water and bring it to a boil. Add the zucchini and cook for about 3 minutes until tender. Drain.
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While the zucchini cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant. Add the zucchini and fresh parsley, stirring occasionally until the parsley wilts.
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Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing thoroughly. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Chef’s Tip
For a softer texture, I prefer boiling the zucchini before sautéing, though you can skip this step if you like a firmer bite.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 320 | Calories |
| 12g | Fat |
| 45g | Carbs |
| 11g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 320 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 12g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium 89mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 11g | 21% |
| Vitamin C 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium 85mg | 7% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 328mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5