Description
Zucchini Butter Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that brings together fresh zucchini and rich butter for an unforgettable flavor experience. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes. With each forkful, you’ll savor the buttery goodness and the vibrant essence of summer produce, making it a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Handful of fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Boil the Pasta: Cook spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2. Sauté the Garlic and Zucchini: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Then add zucchini slices and cook until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- 3. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain spaghetti (reserve some pasta water) and add to the skillet with zucchini. Stir together, adding reserved water as needed for creaminess.
- 4. Finish with Cheese and Basil: Remove from heat; mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Top with chopped basil and season with black pepper.
- 5. Serve Up: Plate immediately while hot, with extra Parmesan on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg