The sautéed zucchini with pistachio crumbs is a simple and quick side dish, perfect to accompany any main course. Thanks to their versatility, zucchinis lend themselves to numerous preparations, but this recipe enhances them to the fullest, highlighting their taste with aromatic and crunchy ingredients.
Garlic and basil bring freshness and depth, while the pistachio crumbs and toasted pine nuts add an irresistible crunchy note.
Ideal for those seeking easy and quick recipes, this dish is also an excellent solution for a light and refined side dish.
Zucchinis, rich in fiber and vitamins, cook quickly in the pan, maintaining their soft yet firm texture. Toasted pine nuts release a delicious aroma, while the crushed pistachios provide a gourmet touch and a delicately buttery flavor.
Perfectly suited to accompany meat or fish main courses, these sautéed zucchinis also fit a vegetarian diet. Additionally, they can be served warm or at room temperature, making them ideal for summer lunches. A pinch of salt and pepper completes the preparation, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil harmoniously blends the flavors.
If you’re looking for a tasty and delightful way to cook zucchinis, this recipe is the right choice. In just a few minutes and with few ingredients, you can create a dish rich in flavor, crunchiness, and freshness! 😊
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, All seasons
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs zucchinis
- 4-5 basil leaves
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/3 cup pistachio crumbs
- salt and oil to taste
Tools
- non-stick pan
- cutting board
- pistachio crumbs
- pine nuts
Steps
Here is the procedure to prepare the sautéed zucchinis:
Start by washing and drying the zucchinis, removing the ends and cutting them as you like. I diced them fairly evenly. Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil with a garlic clove in a non-stick pan and let it flavor.
Toast the pine nuts in another pan for a few minutes and then set aside.
Remove the garlic and add the diced zucchinis; sauté for a few minutes. Add the basil and salt, and mix until cooked.
Add the toasted pine nuts and pistachio crumbs, and mix well.
Enjoy your meal!
