Zucchini with Basil, Pine Nuts, and Parmesan
Ingredients
1 pound zucchini, sliced lengthwise into planks
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil
1⁄4 cup pine nuts, toasted in dry skillet
Parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
10 large basil leaves, torn into pieces
Instructions
1. Bring large pot salted water to simmer. Add zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Arrange cooked zucchini on platter. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
Comments
This recipe is from Local Flavors. I had some doubts as I was making it, because it is a very simple and basic recipe. I worried it would be boring and bland. Instead, it tasted fresh and lovely. I love easy (recipes like this one.
Shown here with Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce.