Pasta with almonds and zucchini

2 servings

15 minutes

Pasta with almond and zucchini is an elegant and light dish of Italian cuisine that embodies the freshness and simplicity of Mediterranean traditions. Orecchiette, small pasta ears, pair perfectly with the tender texture of zucchini and crunchy almond pieces. Basil adds aromatic freshness to the dish, while grated Parmesan provides a rich flavor. A light hint of lemon juice adds a refreshing tang, and garlic gives it a spiciness. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant dinner with guests. When serving this pasta, it's nice to garnish it with extra basil leaves and thin almond petals for visual appeal and flavor perfection.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 657.7
• Proteins: 25.9g
• Fats: 29.8g
• Carbohydrates: 71g

Ingredients

• Orecchiette pasta: 175 g
• Almond: 2 tbsp
• Basil: 1 bunch
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Olive oil: 2 tsp
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 3 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Zucchini: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Boil the pasta in a large pot according to the time indicated on the package.

   Required ingredients:

   • Orecchiette pasta: 175 g

2. Then chop the almonds, zucchini, and remove the basil from the stem.

   Required ingredients:

   • Almond: 2 tablespoons
   • Zucchini: 1 piece
   • Basil: 1 bunch

3. Next, sauté all the prepared ingredients and zucchini in a pan for 2-3 minutes, then add another clove of garlic and wait for 1 minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 1 piece
   • Garlic: 1 clove

4. Mix all the fried ingredients with the boiled pasta and serve on the table.

   Required ingredients:

   • Orecchiette pasta: 175 g