Description
This delicious Zucchini Carbonara is a light and creamy pasta dish, elevated by crispy prosciutto and rich burrata cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis, spiralized or cut into thin ribbons
200g spaghetti or your favorite pasta
150g prosciutto, sliced
2 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
2 balls of burrata cheese
Instructions
1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the prosciutto slices and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside on paper towels.
3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the spiralized zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with zucchini, remove from heat, and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing vigorously to create a creamy sauce (add reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency).
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. To serve, plate the carbonara topped with crispy prosciutto, burrata cheese, and fresh basil leaves.
Notes
This recipe can be adjusted for dietary preferences by using gluten-free pasta or vegetarian alternatives to prosciutto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords: Zucchini Carbonara, Pasta Recipe, Burrata