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Lemon Basil Zucchini Pappardelle
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Lemon Basil Zucchini Pappardelle

Lemon Basil Zucchini Pappardelle is a lovely pasta side or main dish. I also serve it cold, as a salad, with a poached or hard-boiled egg.

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

basillemon juice

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

1 min

Total Time

16 min

Servings

2 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cupbasil leaves
  • 1/2 cuparugula
  • 1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice
  • Maldon sea salt
  • lemon zest

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 2 servings)

Calories36
Total Fat1g
Sodium17mg
Total Carbohydrates6g
Dietary Fiber2g
Sugars5g
Protein3g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut off the ends of both zucchini. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the zucchini lengthwise into flat, wide strips

  2. 2

    Bring a 4-quart pot of water to a boil. Add the zucchini and blanch for . Drain zucchini and place in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Gently toss the zucchini with the arugula and basil leaves, and then the lemon juice—divide between two plates or bowls. Sprinkle with salt and lemon zest. Serve warm or chill and serve.

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