Savory pie with grilled zucchini and anchovies: an irresistible blend of flavors
Looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or main course? The savory pie with grilled zucchini and anchovies is the perfect answer! A simple yet tasty idea that will win everyone’s palate. The sweetness of the zucchini perfectly complements the saltiness of the anchovies, creating a truly irresistible flavor balance.
Rich in vegetables and a source of nutrients, this savory pie is perfect for a light dinner or a quick lunch. Moreover, it’s a great solution to creatively and deliciously use seasonal zucchini.
This savory pie is a delicious and tasty idea for a complete meal rich in nutrients. Perfect for a dinner with friends or a family lunch, it will win everyone over with its irresistible flavor.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Autumn
- Energy 791.67 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 69.05 (g) of which sugars 3.40 (g)
- Proteins 22.46 (g)
- Fat 47.87 (g) of which saturated 21.30 (g)of which unsaturated 9.26 (g)
- Fibers 3.96 (g)
- Sodium 989.41 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 215 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 9 oz puff pastry
- 3 zucchini (medium, long)
- 12 fillets anchovy in oil
- 3.5 oz Taleggio cheese
- 1.75 oz Grana Padano cheese grated
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- to taste balsamic vinegar
- 2 potatoes
- 1 bunch chives (chopped)
- 1 egg
- 7 oz all-purpose flour
- 1.75 oz water
- 3.5 oz butter (cold)
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- Springform Pan Guardini Gardenia, Springform Pan 8.5", Steel with Nonstick Coating, Black Color
- Rolling Pin DEMOLLI Rolling Pin without Handles in Natural Beech Wood Length 15.75" Diameter 1.77"
- Nonstick Griddles Lagostina Speciali Nonstick Griddle Gas and Oven, in Die-Cast Aluminum, 13.4 x 10.2 inches, Grill and Panini Press, Ergonomic Handles
Savory Pie with Zucchini Steps
Wash the zucchini and slice them lengthwise to obtain long and thin slices. Arrange them on a grill plate and grill on both sides. Once ready, transfer the slices to a baking tray, season with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, a bit of chopped mint, and some spices of your choice. Set aside. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in water for about 30 minutes
Prepare the puff pastry and roll it out on parchment paper, then place it in a round pan with a 9-inch diameter. Prick the base with a fork. Take the cooked potatoes, peel them, mash them, and put everything into a bowl. Add the egg, salt, pepper, finely chopped chives, half of the grated Grana Padano, and a splash of milk if the mixture is too thick, mix well, and spread it over the base of the pie.
Place the grilled zucchini over the potato base, creating a cross pattern as seen in the photo. Add the anchovies in oil, a few pieces of Taleggio cheese, and the remaining grated Grana Padano. Fold the edges of the puff pastry inward, if needed. Brush the surface of the pie with a bit of olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving
Storage, Tips for Savory Pie with Grilled Zucchini and Anchovies
For a more intense flavor, you can add some chopped mint to the grilled zucchini. If you prefer, you can substitute mozzarella with other cheeses like scamorza or provolone. The savory pie with grilled zucchini and anchovies can be prepared in advance and reheated in the oven before serving.
