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Roasted Courgette Pesto Pasta

Cultural Context

Originating from the Italian tradition of using fresh, seasonal ingredients, roasted courgette pesto pasta highlights the vibrant flavors of summer. This dish celebrates the versatility of courgettes, often overlooked, and is a wonderful way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Today, variations abound, with many opting for gluten-free pasta or adding protein like chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
300 g pasta
2 zucchine
aglio in polvere
basilico
cipolla
pomodorini
100 g pesto alla genovese
olio

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

pine nuts

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats while sunflower seeds are more budget-friendly.

1

Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let it cool.

2

Slice the zucchine and sautรฉ them in olive oil until tender.

3

Chop the cipolla and add it to the zucchine, cooking until translucent.

4

Add the pomodorini and cook for a few minutes until softened.

5

In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sautรฉed vegetables, pesto, and fresh basil. Mix well to combine.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Zucchini Pesto PastaCourgette Pesto Pasta
Local Name: Pasta al pesto di zucchine arrostite

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