ZUCCHINI PASTA PRIMAVERA

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Trade in traditional pasta for the ultimate gluten-free alternative. Cut into thin strips and briefly cooked, zucchini takes on an al dente texture that mimics pasta's.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pint halved cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons capers
1 thinly sliced garlic clove
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large zucchini
Toasted pine nuts
Grated Parmesan
Fresh basil

Steps:

  • Use a mandoline, julienne peeler, or sharp knife (or a special machine called a spiral slicer) to make the strands from zucchini.
  • Saute tomatoes, capers, garlic, and a pinch of red-pepper flakes in olive oil for 1 minute over medium-high; add "noodles.". Cook, tossing, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with pine nuts, Parmesan, and basil.

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