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creamy spaghetti w/ zucchini

smonfils avatar
Recipe by
sherry monfils
@smonfils
worcester, MA

A wonderfully light spaghetti dish w/ spring zucchini.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For creamy spaghetti w/ zucchini

  • 1 lb
    spaghetti
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 lg
    zucchini, washed
  • 1/2 c
    basil leaves, cut into ribbons
  • 1/2 lb
    low-fat ricotta cheese

How To Make creamy spaghetti w/ zucchini

  • 1
    Cook pasta as directed, reserve 1/4 cup water, drain remaining water, replace pasta into pot. Using a shredder, shred zucchini. Heat oil in lg skillet over medium heat.
  • 2
    Add zucchini and a pinch of salt. Stir to coat w/ oil. Cook, stirring for 4 mins. Add spaghetti and ricotta to skillet. Toss gently to combine.
  • 3
    If it is too sticky, add a little of the reserved water. Season w/ salt and pepper.
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