Best 4 Lemon Pepper Acini Di Pepe Recipes

Are you searching for a delectable and simple recipe to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the zesty and flavorful lemon pepper acini di pepe. This Italian dish, made with small pasta pearls coated in a tangy lemon pepper sauce, offers a delightful blend of citrus and spice. Whether you crave a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dish to impress your guests, lemon pepper acini di pepe is a versatile dish that will surely satisfy your cravings. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of this delicious pasta dish, uncovering the secrets to creating a perfect lemon pepper acini di pepe that will leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON PEPPER ACINI DI PEPE

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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories Pasta Side Dinner Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Serves 6 (side dish)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups acini di pepe (less than 1 pound)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Cook acini di pepe in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water (2 teaspoons salt for 3 quart water) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta.
Melt butter in same pot with oil. Remove from heat and stir in pasta, cheese, zest, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup cooking water (add more to moisten if necessary).

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD

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Acini di pepe is the Italian word for peppercorns. Any tiny round-shaped pasta works well in this chilled fruit salad. Great in the summer, but my family asks for it every holiday. Every time I bring this to a party I get requests for the recipe.

Provided by CORTAB0408

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained with liquid reserved
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
7 ounces miniature marshmallows
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain.
In medium saucepan, combine reserved liquids from pineapple and oranges (equals about 1 1/2 cups), sugar, eggs, salt and flour. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. When mixture becomes thick, add cooked pasta and refrigerate overnight.
The next day, add pineapple and oranges, whipped topping and marshmallows to taste. Mix together and top with cherries if desired. Keep chilled until served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 98.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 194.9 mg, Sugar 61.3 g

ACINI DI PEPE WITH LEMON BUTTER AND ZUCCHINI

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Make and share this Acini Di Pepe With Lemon Butter and Zucchini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories European

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1/2 cup zucchini, grated

Steps:

Cook the pasta in plenty of boiling salted water. Drain.
Add the lemon juice, butter, zucchini and zest to the pasta. Stir gently. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 44.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5.8

ACINI DI PEPE WITH ZUCCHINI AND PEPPERS

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Make and share this Acini Di Pepe With Zucchini and Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories Peppers

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups acini di pepe pasta
kosher salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small carrot, diced
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup diced red and yellow pepper
1 zucchini, diced
1/4 cup white wine
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
ground pepper

Steps:

bring a pot of water to a boil, add acini di pepe and some salt, cook according to package directions until al dente, drain.
mix with 1 tbsp olive oil and set aside.
heat remaining oil in a skillet.
add carrots and onion, cook for 8 minutes.
add garlic, zucchini and peppers, season with salt and pepper to taste, saute 5 minutes.
add wine and scrape up any brown bits.
add the pasta to the pan and stir, combining everything.
remove pan from heat, stir in parsley, oregano, romano cheese. season with salt and pepper, serve.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh lemon zest, black pepper, and pecorino cheese.
If you don't have acini di pepe, you can use another small pasta shape, such as orzo or penne.
Adjust the amount of lemon zest and black pepper to your taste. If you like a strong citrus flavor, add more lemon zest. If you like a spicy kick, add more black pepper.
Serve the pasta immediately after it is cooked, while it is still hot and creamy.
Garnish the pasta with additional lemon zest, black pepper, and pecorino cheese before serving.

Conclusion:

This lemon pepper acini di pepe is a quick and easy pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. The pasta is cooked in a creamy sauce made with lemon zest, black pepper, and pecorino cheese. The result is a delicious and flavorful dish that will please the whole family.