Creamy Pasta With Roasted Zucchini, Almond and Basi

Name: Creamy Pasta With Roasted Zucchini, Almond and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups zucchini cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 medium ones; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste; 2 tablespoons almonds slivered; ⅓ cup cream; 1 strip basil with leaves and stem; 3 tablespoons goat (chevre) cheese; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated; 6 ounces spaghetti whole wheat, or linguine

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
2
Add the zucchini and oil with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a medium bowl, toss to coat.
3
Place zucchini on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4
Roast, tossing occasionally, until golden and tender, about 25 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, toast the almonds in a skillet over medium heat until golden, 3 to 4 minutes, alternatively you can use toaster oven under 350F (180C) degree for about 20 minutes.
6
Transfer to a small bowl.
7
Simmer the cream and basil sprig in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1/4 cup, 6 to 8 minutes.
8
Stir in the goat cheese and keep whisking until the sauce is smooth.
9
Remove from heat, stir in lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
10
Cover and keep warm.
11
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
12
Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
13
Drain well.
14
Toss the pasta with the cream sauce.
15
Serve topped with the roasted zucchini and almonds.

247

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups zucchini cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 medium ones, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta With Roasted Zucchini, Almond and Basil falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Pasta With Roasted Zucchini, Almond and Basil

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Variations & substitutions

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