PARMESAN PESTO ZUCCHINI STICKS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange two racks evenly spaced in the oven. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Cut each zucchini in quarters lengthwise through the stem and then cut each quarter again in thirds lengthwise, making long skinny spears. In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together the pesto and 4 tablespoons of the olive oil and set aside. Place the parsley and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and process until they are finely minced. Add the panko, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus the remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Pulse only until all the panko is moistened with oil. Pour the mixture onto a dinner plate.
- Dip the zucchini spears first into the pesto mixture, turning to coat completely, then place each one in the crumb mixture, pressing and turning to coat thickly. Arrange the sticks in rows on the prepared sheet pans.
- Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the crumbs have crisped to a crunchy golden brown. Sprinkle lightly with flaked sea salt and serve hot.
CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI WITH HERBS
Zucchini, a summer squash, is a colorful addition to any cooked dishes. You can also enjoy zucchini raw. For a low-calorie snack, dip zucchini sticks into salsa or a nonfat sour cream dip.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place steamer basket in 1/2 inch water in saucepan (water should not touch bottom of basket). Place carrots in basket. Cover tightly and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Steam carrots 3 minutes. Add zucchini. Steam 4 to 6 minutes or until carrots and zucchini are crisp-tender.
- Melt margarine in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
PESTO AND PROSCIUTTO ZUCCHINI LINGUINE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medium zucchinis, spinach, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, shredded parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, lemon wedge
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Use a spiralizer to cut the zucchini into zoodles. Add the zoodles to a serving bowl and set aside.
- Make the pesto: in a food processor or blender, add the spinach, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend to desired consistency, adding more olive oil as needed.
- Scoop the pesto over the zucchini noodles, then add the cherry tomatoes and prosciutto. Toss until the zoodles are well-coated.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with basil and lemon wedges.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 9 grams
CARROT & ZUCCHINI RIBBONS WITH PESTO
The vegetables are sliced into long strands and mixed with pesto for this pretty, summery dish. From The Classic Vegetarian Cookbook.
Provided by Enjolinfam
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the carrots and zucchini into long, fine strands or ribbons by drawing a vegetable peeler down the length of them.
- Pour 1/2 inch of boiling water into a saucepan and add the carrots. Cover the pan, and half-boil, half-steam the carrots over moderate heat for 2-3 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook for 1-2 minutes longer (zucchini cook quickly; don't let them become waterlogged). Drain.
- Transfer the vegetables to a bowl, add the pesto and a little seasoning, mix well, and serve at once.
Tips:
- For a vegan version of the linguine, replace the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast or a vegan cheese alternative.
- If you don't have mixed herb pesto, you can use a store-bought pesto, or make your own by combining fresh basil, parsley, mint, cilantro, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and salt and pepper to taste.
- To make the dish more substantial, add some cooked chicken or shrimp to the linguine.
- Serve the linguine with a side of crusty bread or a salad for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This linguine with zucchini, carrots, and mixed herb pesto is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful pesto, and al dente linguine is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try.
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