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.
1
Boil the pasta in a large pot according to the time indicated on the package.
- Orecchiette: 175 g
2
Then chop the almonds, zucchini, and remove the basil from the stem.
- Almond: 2 tablespoons
- Courgette: 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.
- Courgette: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 clove
4
Mix all the fried ingredients with the boiled pasta and serve on the table.
- Orecchiette: 175 g