Zucchini Carbonara for Two(Vegetarian)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Zucchini Carbonara for Two (Vegetarian)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	7 ounces penne or 7 ounces fine tagliatelle pasta noodles
	sea salt ( I use flaked smoked sea salt )
	black pepper , coarsely ground
	2 medium zucchini ( about 8 oz . )
	3 egg yolks
	2 1/2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , freshly grated plus extra for garnish
	1 teaspoon lemon zest , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

614

Sugar

Fat

29g

Looking for a vegetarian twist on a classic pasta dish? Look no further than this zucchini carbonara recipe! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy and indulgent carbonara sauce without any meat. The addition of fresh zucchini adds a healthy twist to the dish, making it the perfect choice for a filling and flavorful weeknight meal. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete dinner.

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water.
2.	While the pasta cooks, grate the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater.
3.	In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest together.
4.	In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the zucchini with a pinch of salt until softened.
5.	Add the pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet and stir to combine.
6.	Remove the skillet from heat and pour in the egg mixture, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
7.	Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve with extra parmesan cheese on top.

PROS

This dish is vegetarian, filling, and easy to make in just 20 minutes.

The zucchini adds a fresh and healthy twist to a classic carbonara recipe.

CONS

Egg-based sauces can be tricky to get right, as overcooking can result in scrambled eggs.

This recipe is not recommended for those allergic to eggs or dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and potassium.
Eating zucchini may aid in digestion and promote healthy skin and hair. This dish also includes protein from the eggs and parmesan cheese.