Pici with Summer Squashes and Tarragon

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Pici with Summer Squashes and Tarragon
30 min.
8
395kcal

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Picci with Summer Squashes and Tarragon: A Vegetarian Delight

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this delightful Pici with Summer Squashes and Tarragon, a vegetarian recipe perfect for those seeking a burst of taste and texture. This dish, which serves 8, is not only easy to make, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish, but it's also a crowd-pleaser that's sure to elevate your dining experience.

With each serving containing just 395 calories, this recipe is ideal for those watching their waistline without compromising on flavor. Whether you're looking for an appetizing antipasti, a starter, a snack, or an appetizer, this dish fits the bill perfectly. Its versatility makes it a staple in any vegetarian-friendly gathering or dinner party.

Prepare to be amazed by the simple yet profound combination of ingredients: from the hearty pici or long, thin pasta to the fresh summer squashes and aromatic tarragon. The dish is enriched with the mellow sweetness of onion, the robust flavor of garlic, and the luxuriousness of heavy cream, all brought together with a hint of ouzo and dry white wine.

Dive into the world of Italian cuisine with a twist, and let the flavors of this Pici with Summer Squashes and Tarragon recipe dance on your palate. It's more than just a meal; it's a journey to the heart of Italy, right in your home.

Ingredients

  • 0.5  onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  to 3 sized squashes yellow such as and zucchini, sliced
  •  garlic clove thinly sliced
  • serving salt and pepper freshly ground
  • cup wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup ouzo 
  • 0.8 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • pound pasta like spaghetti such as bucatini or spaghetti, cooked until al dente (1 cup cooking water reserved) thin
  • tablespoon tarragon fresh coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook onion in 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add remaining tablespoon oil, the squashes, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add wine and ouzo. Bringto a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add cream; toss to coat.
  5. Add pasta, reserved cooking water, and tarragon, and gently toss.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein10.21%
Fat36.6%
Carbs53.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.88
Glycemic Load
18
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.85434777322%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:395.17kcal
19.76%
Fat:14.32g
22.04%
Saturated Fat:6.06g
37.85%
Carbohydrates:46.85g
15.62%
Net Carbohydrates:44.29g
16.1%
Sugar:3.83g
4.26%
Cholesterol:25.21mg
8.4%
Sodium:37.34mg
1.62%
Alcohol:6.43g
100%
Alcohol %:4.47%
100%
Protein:8.99g
17.98%
Selenium:36.86µg
52.66%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.01%
Phosphorus:150.98mg
15.1%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.68%
Vitamin C:9.76mg
11.83%
Magnesium:46.95mg
11.74%
Copper:0.21mg
10.33%
Fiber:2.56g
10.23%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.72%
Potassium:338.55mg
9.67%
Vitamin A:462.98IU
9.26%
Iron:1.36mg
7.56%
Folate:29.35µg
7.34%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.29%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.23%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.72%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.91%
Vitamin K:5.57µg
5.3%
Calcium:50.33mg
5.03%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.06%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.38%