A simple and irresistible first course, perfect for any occasion: pasta with zucchini, bacon, and provola is a meeting of Mediterranean flavors that wins everyone over. A first course that tastes like summer and tradition, a perfect balance between flavors and textures that makes it a safe choice for any occasion: perfect for a family lunch or dinner with friends. The sweetness of the zucchini, the savory taste of the bacon, the freshness of the cherry tomatoes, and the enveloping creaminess of the provola will make this dish your trump card, the ace up your sleeve, even in case of unexpected guests.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer, Fall
- Energy 534.10 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 54.95 (g) of which sugars 4.42 (g)
- Proteins 23.35 (g)
- Fat 24.95 (g) of which saturated 8.51 (g)of which unsaturated 7.44 (g)
- Fibers 4.17 (g)
- Sodium 1,817.79 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 9 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 for Pasta with Zucchini Bacon and Provola
- 11.29 oz pasta
- 4 cups zucchini
- 5.29 oz bacon
- 3.53 oz provola
- 16 cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1 bunch parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
What You Need for Pasta with Zucchini Bacon and Provola
- 1 Pan
- 1 Pot
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
Procedure for Pasta with Zucchini Bacon and Provola
To prepare the pasta with zucchini bacon and provola, the first thing to do is wash, dry, trim the zucchini, and cut them into small cubes.
Put the oil in the pan, add the peeled garlic cloves, and let them sauté for a few minutes over moderate heat.
Now, add the bacon and cook for a few minutes, adding the zucchini right after. Season with salt and pepper and let everything sauté over moderate heat, stirring with a wooden spoon.
Gather the seasoning in a bowl and set aside. Wash the cherry tomatoes, dry them, and cut them in half.
Put them in the same pan where the other ingredients were cooked, salt them, and let them cook for a few minutes to soften them.
Cook the pasta in plenty of salted water and drain it al dente, as it will continue cooking later. Put it in the pan with the cherry tomatoes.
Also add the reserved seasoning and continue cooking by pouring in two small ladles of pasta cooking water into the pan.
Stir often and wait for the liquid to be absorbed. At this point, add the chopped parsley and cubed provola and mix well.
Wait for the cheese to melt completely. Remove the pan from the heat and plate, finishing with a bit more parsley and a final sprinkle of freshly ground pepper.
Now, all that’s left is to sit at the table and enjoy the Pasta with Zucchini Bacon and Provola.
Enjoy your meal!
FAQ
How can I substitute the bacon?
If I have leftovers, how do I store them?
In an airtight container in the fridge. When ready to consume, heat it for a few minutes in the microwave.
How can I substitute the bacon?
With cooked ham.
