This is a delicious and easy recipe that anyone can make at home. It is made with fresh zucchini and seasoned with a mixture of herbs such as mint and basil. You will also need some garlic, capers and pine nuts to enhance the flavor. This dish is ideal as a side dish or a light main course.
The great thing about this recipe is that it doesn’t require any fancy equipment or special ingredients. You can even make a few changes based on what you have in your kitchen. To make it more filling, you can add ricotta and serve it with your favorite bread. Whether you’re a cooking novice or a seasoned pro, give this recipe a try and enjoy the delicious flavors of this zucchini dish!
Ingredients
- 1 kilogram of zucchini cut into 1cm rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 small cloves garlic
- 10 mint leaves
- 5 basil leaves
- 1 large spoon of washed capers
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts , lightly toasted
- 1 or 2 teaspoons of any vinegar you have available
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra mint and basil, if desired (optional)
- Ricotta and bread, if you like (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Put 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan. Heat it over medium heat.
2. Place half of the zucchini in the pan. Roast, turning every few minutes, until golden brown. This will take about 15 minutes. Don't add salt yet!
3. While the zucchini is baking, chop the garlic, mint, basil, and capers together until well mixed.
4. Remove the baked zucchini from the pan and bake the other half in the same way, using another tablespoon of oil. Add more oil if needed.
5. Put the first portion of zucchini back into the pan. Add the garlic-herb mixture and vinegar, stir, then add a little salt and pepper.
6. Add the pine nuts and place everything on a plate.
7. If desired, sprinkle the top with extra herbs just before serving.
You can serve with ricotta and fresh bread.
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Recipe author:
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