Try this creamy zucchini pasta with anchovies and breadcrumbs for a summer delight.

Pasta con crema di zucchine, acciughe e pangrattato

Looking for a unique, creamy summer pasta dish? This pasta with zucchini cream, anchovies, and breadcrumbs is perfect. It’s a fresh, flavorful option for warm months, combining the sweet creaminess of blended zucchini with the savory touch of anchovies. The texture is elevated by crispy toasted breadcrumbs, enhanced with lemon zest for a refreshing bite. This summer dish is not only delightful but also budget-friendly and easy to prepare in the time it takes to cook the pasta.

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• Creamy Pasta with Speck and Zucchini
• Trofie with Zucchini Cream and Pancetta
• Pasta with Zucchini Cream, Goat Cheese, Lemon, and Turmeric
• Pasta with Zucchini Cream and Burrata

Ingredients

• 400g pasta (fusilloni recommended)
• 300g zucchini
• 50g anchovies
• 100g breadcrumbs
• 1 lemon (zest only)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
2. Meanwhile, blend the zucchini until smooth and set aside.
3. In a pan, heat olive oil and add anchovies, cooking until they dissolve.
4. Add the blended zucchini to the pan and mix well.
5. In another pan, toast the breadcrumbs until golden and mix with lemon zest.
6. Drain the pasta and combine with the zucchini cream and anchovies.
7. Serve topped with the toasted breadcrumbs.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian