Linguine Alla Lorenza

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Linguine Alla Lorenza, a classic Italian pasta dish with zucchini and ricotta cheese

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

479

Sugar

Fat

25g

Linguine Alla Lorenza is a classic Italian pasta dish that originated in Liguria, a coastal region in northern Italy. The dish is simple but flavorful, featuring fresh zucchini that is sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil and tossed with linguine, romano cheese, and whole milk ricotta cheese. The result is a creamy and satisfying pasta dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. This recipe is a great way to use up a surplus of zucchini from your garden or local farmers' market.

Instructions

1.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.	Cut the zucchini into thin rounds and set aside.
3.	In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute.
4.	Add the zucchini to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic oil. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
5.	Cook the zucchini, stirring occasionally, until it is soft and lightly browned, about 20-25 minutes.
6.	Cook the linguine in the boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
7.	Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the linguine and return it to the pot.
8.	Add the cooked zucchini and any remaining garlic oil to the pot with the linguine. Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the sauce.
9.	Add the romano cheese and ricotta cheese and toss again. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce.
10.	Serve hot, garnished with more grated cheese if desired.

PROS

Linguine Alla Lorenza is a tasty and satisfying vegetarian pasta dish that features fresh zucchini and two types of cheese.

The dish is easy to prepare and makes a great weeknight dinner or weekend lunch.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in calories and fat due to the generous amount of cheese used in the recipe.

It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and potassium.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to a host of health benefits, including improved heart health and immune function.
Whole milk ricotta cheese provides beneficial fats and protein, making it a better option than low-fat or nonfat cheeses.

	2 lbs small zucchini
	1/2 cup olive oil
	4 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
	salt
	pepper
	1 lb linguine
	1/2 cup freshly grated romano cheese
	8 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese