French in a Flash: Tagliatelle with Zucchini Flower Pistou

Very Healthy
Health score
84%
French in a Flash: Tagliatelle with Zucchini Flower Pistou
10 min.
4
971kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of France! Our recipe for French in a Flash: Tagliatelle with Zucchini Flower Pistou is perfect for those who crave a fresh, vibrant meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This dish not only celebrates the beauty of seasonal ingredients, but also combines the rich flavors of zucchini flowers, garlic, and walnuts, resulting in a unique pistou that will elevate your pasta to new heights.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a plate of tender tagliatelle or fettuccine, coated in a luscious, green sauce that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. With a health score of 84, this recipe is designed for the health-conscious foodie, offering a harmonious blend of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. The addition of olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper enhances the dish, making each bite a taste sensation.

Whether you’re hosting a Friday night dinner or simply indulging in a weeknight treat, this meal serves four, ensuring that you can share the love—or indulge solo! Top it off with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan to bring it all together. Join us in discovering how easy and exciting cooking can be, and treat yourself to the fresh flavors of summer with Tagliatelle with Zucchini Flower Pistou.

Ingredients

  • clove garlic 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings parmesan grated for serving
  • servings pepper black
  • pound tagliatelle fresh
  • 12  walnut halves 
  • 14 large zucchini 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil, and salt the water. Separate the strands of pasta, and drop them into the water. Cook according to package instructions, careful not to overcook the pasta (it should take about 2 to 3 minutes to cook). Reserve a mug full of starchy pasta water, and drain the pasta.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, roughly chop the zucchini flowers, garlic, and walnuts.
  3. Put them in the food processor with the olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Blitz until you have the smooth consistency of a pesto.
  4. Add the pistou and the tagliatelle back to the pot, and moisten with two spoonfuls of pasta water. Toss to coat the pasta in the pistou, adding more pasta water if needed.
  5. Serve right away, with grated good Parmesan to sprinkle on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories971kcal
Protein16.41%
Fat36.82%
Carbs46.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42
Glycemic Load
37.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
58.716956076415%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:971.48kcal
48.57%
Fat:41.32g
63.57%
Saturated Fat:10.48g
65.49%
Carbohydrates:118.08g
39.36%
Net Carbohydrates:102.59g
37.3%
Sugar:30.8g
34.22%
Cholesterol:115.65mg
38.55%
Sodium:789.33mg
34.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.43g
82.86%
Vitamin C:202.67mg
245.66%
Manganese:3.21mg
160.36%
Selenium:98.77µg
141.11%
Vitamin B6:2.16mg
107.84%
Potassium:3285.94mg
93.88%
Phosphorus:933.14mg
93.31%
Folate:312.22µg
78.06%
Vitamin B2:1.27mg
74.96%
Magnesium:292.3mg
73.08%
Fiber:15.49g
61.96%
Vitamin K:62.67µg
59.68%
Calcium:583.78mg
58.38%
Copper:1.04mg
52.23%
Vitamin A:2567.42IU
51.35%
Vitamin B1:0.74mg
49.02%
Zinc:6.82mg
45.44%
Iron:6.9mg
38.33%
Vitamin B3:7.63mg
38.17%
Vitamin B5:3.52mg
35.16%
Vitamin E:4.91mg
32.73%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.48%
Vitamin D:0.49µg
3.27%
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