Description
Experience a delightful twist on classic pasta with this Spaghetti with Crispy Zucchini recipe. Featuring al dente spaghetti enveloped in a garlicky olive oil sauce and topped with golden, crispy zucchini, this dish transforms any meal into a festive occasion. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the zucchini: Wash and slice into thin rounds.
- Cook spaghetti: Boil salted water in a large pot; cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Crisp the zucchini: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini slices and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine: Drain spaghetti (reserve some pasta water) and mix in the skillet with zucchini. Drizzle additional olive oil if desired and add reserved pasta water gradually until reaching your preferred consistency.
- Finish: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg