SPAGHETTINI WITH ZUCCHINI

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pound spaghettini
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium-size zucchini, trimmed and sliced very thin
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 tablespoon butter
4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Drop the spaghettini into salted boiling water and cook, stirring, until tender. Do not overcook. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, put the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the zucchini, salt and pepper to taste and the pepper flakes. Cook briefly, shaking the pan, until tender.
  • In a deep saucepan, add the butter, spaghettini, zucchini mixture, the reserved cooking liquid and the basil or parsley. Heat over medium heat and toss gently until well blended. Check for seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 390, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 452 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Lexus Horton
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.


Maruf Maruf
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti. It's also a great way to get a healthy meal on the table quickly.


Jaxon Thomas
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this dish. The zucchini was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Lourdes Lemus
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of zucchini, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.


Nick Knight
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great go-to meal when I'm short on time.


Jannat Puspo
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the zucchini in this dish.


stha mobile
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Matthew Mata
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This dish is perfect for a light summer meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


Who Iam
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook zucchini and this recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into my diet.


Alison Wieburg
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This recipe is a keeper! It's quick, easy, and delicious.


Delin “Delin” Jep
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've added different vegetables, meats, and cheeses to it and it always turns out great.


Duga Ali
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just weeknight dinners.


Masibonge Mkhize
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. The zucchini was cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.


Muhammad husnain M husnain
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Abou Darday
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's also a healthy and affordable meal.


Tushar Chand
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a big success. My husband and kids loved it.


Brian ashton
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This simple yet flavorful dish was a hit with my family! The zucchini and basil added a delicious freshness to the pasta.