Pasta Bil Kousa w Fattoush

Pasta Bil Kousa w Fattoush is a delightful Lebanese dish that combines tender pasta with flavorful zucchini and a refreshing side of Fattoush salad. This unique pairing offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Zucchini (kousa) - 200 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted
• Fattoush salad mix - 2 cups (includes romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, and mint)
• Pomegranate molasses - 1 tablespoon
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon
• Tahini - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons (for dressing)
• Salt (for Fattoush dressing) - to taste

Steps

1. 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. 2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3. Add the diced zucchini to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
4. 4. Stir in the cooked pasta and mix well, adding lemon juice and chopped parsley. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine flavors.
5. 5. For the Fattoush salad, combine the salad mix in a bowl and add pomegranate molasses, sumac, tahini, water, and salt. Toss well to coat the vegetables.
6. 6. Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with toasted pine nuts and alongside a portion of the Fattoush salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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