Pasta con Granchio e Zucchine

Pasta con Granchio e Zucchine is a delightful Italian breakfast dish that combines tender pasta with fresh zucchini and succulent crab meat, offering a light yet satisfying start to your day. This kosher recipe highlights the natural flavors of the ingredients, providing a nutritious and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium (about 200 grams)
• Fresh crab meat - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - a pinch (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, wash and slice the zucchini into thin rounds.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still retains some crunch.
5. Once the pasta is done, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the zucchini.
6. Add the fresh crab meat, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to combine, allowing the crab to warm through.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
8. Divide the pasta between two plates and enjoy your beautiful breakfast dish!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 21 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from crab meat, supporting muscle health.
• Zucchini is a low-calorie vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals.

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