Zucchini Scampi Recipe: A Light and Flavorful Delight
Indulge in the light and flavorful delight of Zucchini Scampi. This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh zucchini into a zesty dish with the vibrant flavors of garlic, lemon, and parsley. A scrumptious, no-fuss recipe that's sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Equipment
- Large Skillet - A large, deep skillet or frying pan for sautéing the zucchini and making the scampi sauce.
- Cutting Board - For slicing the zucchini and chopping garlic, parsley, and any other ingredients.
- Chef's Knife - A sharp knife for slicing and chopping.
- Citrus Juicer (Optional) - If you prefer to juice the lemon, a citrus juicer can be handy.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons - To measure the ingredients accurately.
- Cooking Utensils - Including a spatula or wooden spoon for stirring and turning the zucchini.
- Serving Dish - To plate and serve your Zucchini Scampi.
Ingredients
- 2-3 medium zucchinis - sliced into thin rounds
- 3-4 cloves of garlic - minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh parsley - chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes - optional, for a hint of heat
- grated parmesan cheese - optional, for serving
- cooked pasta - spaghetti or linguine or crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the zucchini:
- Slice the zucchinis into thin rounds. if the zucchinis are large, you can cut them in half lengthwise before slicing to make smaller, bite-sized pieces.2-3 medium zucchinis
Sauté zucchini:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced zucchinis and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned. Stir occasionally.1/4 cup olive oil
Add garlic and seasoning:
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.3-4 cloves of garlic, salt and pepper to taste
Deglaze with wine:
- Pour in the white wine and stir, allowing it to cook for a couple of minutes until it's reduced slightly.1/4 cup dry white wine
Lemon and parsley:
- Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the zucchini and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Stir to combine and coat the zucchinis evenly.juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, red pepper flakes
Serve:
- Your zucchini scampi is ready to serve. you can enjoy it as is, over cooked pasta (such as spaghetti or linguine), or with crusty bread. optionally, you can sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.grated parmesan cheese
Notes
Tips:
- This recipe is easily customizable. You can add cherry tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, or even cooked shrimp or chicken for a heartier meal.
- Adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can make it more garlicky or lemony according to your preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 290mg | Potassium: 590mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 226mg | Iron: 3.3mg
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed and personalised calculations.