Pasta with Creamy Zucchini Sauce
This Pasta with Creamy Zucchini Sauce is a delightful dish that combines the richness of heavy cream with the freshness of zucchini and basil. It’s a quick and easy meal perfect for any weeknight dinner, offering a creamy texture and savory flavor that will please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (375g) pasta of your choice
- 1 cup (250ml) heavy cream
- 2 large zucchinis, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup (25g) chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the grated zucchini and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes tender.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to ensure it’s evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Dish up the pasta immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan and basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg