Bacon Basil Zucchini "Pasta"
Nutrivore Score: 427
Ingredients
- 2 pounds zucchini (about 4 large)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/3 cup bacon grease
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
Instructions
- Finely julienne zucchini lengthwise to create long strips of zucchini. Toss with salt in a colander and let sit in the sink for 1 hour.
- Rinse the zucchini very, very thoroughly (have a taste to make sure it’s not salty at all). Drain on a tea towel or paper towels to get rid of as much moisture as possible.
- Heat bacon grease in an oversized frying pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and zucchini and sauté, stirring frequently until zucchini is cooked “al dente”, about 4-5 minutes (should be a very hot pan).
- Toss in basil and walnuts (if using) and cook another 2 minutes, stirring a couple of times.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Bacon Basil Zucchini "Pasta"
Amount per Serving
Calories
311
% Daily Value*
Fat
30
g
46
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
19
mg
6
%
Sodium
1211
mg
53
%
Potassium
661
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
9
g
3
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
536
IU
11
%
Vitamin C
41
mg
50
%
Calcium
54
mg
5
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.