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Zucchini Recipes

Cultural Context

Zucchini, a staple of Italian cuisine, is celebrated for its versatility and light flavor. Traditionally featured in summer dishes, it embodies the Italian principle of using fresh, seasonal produce. From ratatouille to stuffed zucchini, this vegetable has found its way into kitchens worldwide, inspiring countless variations and adaptations.

ItalianITmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
17 oz (500 g) zucchini
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves of garlic
1 Tbsp. of paprika
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. sesame
dill
2 zucchini
7 oz (200 g) ricotta
onion
sweet peppers
tomato
7 oz (200 g) feta cheese
1/2 cup broth
nutmeg
black pepper

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat mozzarella

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta offers creaminess at a lower price.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a healthier coating option.

1

Salt the zucchini well and marinate for 15 minutes.

2

Heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3

Add 2 cloves of garlic and fry for 3 minutes.

4

Add the marinated zucchini and flush with water.

5

Fry the zucchini for 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.

6

Add 1 Tbsp. of paprika, 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar, 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, and 1 Tbsp. sesame, then fry for another 2 minutes.

7

Cut 2 zucchini thinly.

8

In another skillet, heat olive oil and add chopped onion and garlic, frying over medium heat.

9

Add sweet peppers and tomato (remove seeds), season with salt and pepper, and add dill and parsley.

10

Mix in 7 oz (200 g) feta cheese and 1/2 cup broth, then add nutmeg and black pepper.

11

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingstuffing

Equipment Needed

skilletbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

ZucchineCourgette Dishes
Local Name: Ricette di zucchine

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