Are you craving a delectable and nutritious meal that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than zucchini carrot ribbon fettucini, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant colors and flavors of zucchini and carrots into a delightful ribbon-shaped pasta. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a healthy and satisfying meal.
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ZUCCHINI & CARROT RIBBON FETTUCINI
I have been making this recipe for years and years. Found it originally on a box of Mueller's pasta and it has been a hit since then. A pretty side dish to any meal - even pretty enough for guests. My daughter still requests this for her birthday dinner. It does not have a cheese sauce (see other recipes here on Zaar for that) but you do have the option of topping it with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese but we enjoy it with just a basic buttered coating more often. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In preparation: using a vegetable peeler, slice wide thin strips from the zucchini and carrots, slicing the full length of the vegetable. Set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package directions in a large pasta pot.
- Heat butter in a medium skillet just until melted then stir in the zucchini and carrot ribbons; cover and cook over low heat 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir once more.
- Drain prepared fettuccine and then toss it with the vegetable ribbons and the herbs.
- If desired, sprinkle top generously with Parmesan cheese after placing it in a serving dish and serving.
ZUCCHINI RIBBON SALAD
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Shave the zucchini into long wide ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, turning the squash, if necessary, to ease shaving. Discard the seedy core. Put the zucchini into a colander set inside a bowl, sprinkle with salt, toss and drain for 30 minutes. Discard the liquid.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and pepper in a serving bowl. Add the zucchini, onion, frisee, and radishes. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with almonds, basil, and Manchego cheese and serve. Can be stored, covered, in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
ZUCCHINI RIBBON PASTA
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings, serving size: 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pasta pot, cook pasta "al dente", 1 or 2 minutes less than the package instructions call for. Drain.
- Meanwhile, slice off ends of zucchini and discard. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Using a mandoline, or carefully with a sharp knife, slice zucchini into very thin (about 1/8-inch) slices, trying to keep some skin on each piece for color. Stack slices and cut in half lengthwise. Reserve zucchini ribbons in a large bowl.
- In the pasta pot, heat the olive oil over low-medium heat. Add garlic and cook until soft and translucent but not browned, about 1 minute. Add zucchini ribbons and 1/4 cup chicken broth, raise heat to medium-high and cook until zucchini is still somewhat firm but just cooked, about 3 minutes. Return pasta to pot and add remaining chicken stock; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until liquid has mostly absorbed into the pasta. Add 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, parsley, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper and toss to combine. Season with salt, to taste. Serve garnished with additional parsley, basil and the remaining 2 tablespoons of cheese.
FETTUCCINI WITH ZUCCHINI
Hot pasta with fresh veggies; the only thing my son would eat when watching his weight during wrestling season. For a "full" meal, add thinly sliced leftover steak or chicken with the tomatoes.
Provided by donna garlington
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, zucchini and peppers; saute 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook over low heat 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp tender.
- Pour vegetables over hot pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 466.1 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
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:
- When spiralizing the zucchini and carrots, use a mandoline or vegetable spiralizer with a thin blade to create long, thin ribbons.
- If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips of zucchini and carrots.
- To blanch the zucchini and carrots, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the zucchini and carrots and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately remove the vegetables from the boiling water and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- To make the sauce, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- To assemble the dish, toss the blanched zucchini and carrots with the sauce. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil.
Conclusion:
This Zucchini Carrot Ribbon Fettuccine is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The spiralized vegetables add a fun and unique touch to the dish, and the creamy tomato sauce is packed with flavor. This dish is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!
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