Description
Italian Zucchini Sauce – Homefoodkitchen is a delightful and creamy dish that showcases the fresh flavors of zucchini, making it perfect for any pasta night. This versatile sauce blends seasonal ingredients like sweet onions, fragrant garlic, and aromatic herbs into a rich, herb-infused creation that elevates your dinner experience. Whether you’re hosting summer gatherings or enjoying a cozy family meal, this sauce will impress everyone at the table. Enjoy it with your favorite pasta or as a base for grilled proteins and vegetables, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz dry pasta
- 2 1/2 lb zucchini
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced sweet onion
- 1 1/2 tbsp minced fresh garlic
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup finely grated Romano cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (to finish)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano (to finish)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint (to finish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Chop zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Stir in zucchini, salt, and pepper; sauté until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add heavy cream and Romano cheese; stir until combined and smooth.
- Fold in fresh herbs before adding cooked pasta to the skillet and tossing to coat.
- Serve hot with extra herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg