Creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Dill, and Egg

Creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Dill, and Egg

VegetarianUnder 30 MinsHigh ProteinStovetopDinner • LunchComfort Food
Easy
15min
365kcal
1person

MACROS

per serving
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A light and quick pasta dish with stewed zucchini, egg, and fresh dill, prepared without frying.

Creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Dill, and Egg is the perfect solution for those looking for a light yet nutritious meal that requires no frying or baking. In this recipe, we focus on bringing out the natural sweetness from exactly 140g of zucchini, which becomes incredibly tender after stewing under a lid. The key to success in Creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Dill, and Egg is using a small amount of pasta cooking water and a splash of cream, creating a velvety sauce without excess fat. The addition of eggs significantly boosts the protein content, making this dish a complete lunch or dinner. Fresh dill gives the whole dish lightness and a spring aroma that perfectly complements the mild flavor of the zucchini. If you're looking for a quick meal that is figure-friendly, Creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Dill, and Egg will surely become a permanent fixture in your menu. This dish proves that limiting cheese and avoiding frying doesn't mean losing flavor – on the contrary, it allows the freshness of the ingredients to shine. This is simple, home cooking at its best, prepared according to your dietary preferences.

Ingredients

  • 45 g Pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne) (about 1/2 cup dry)
  • 140 g Zucchini (1 small piece)
  • 2 pcs Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Cream (12% or 18%)
  • 10 g Hard cheese (grated) (1 tbsp)
  • 1 handful Fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 pinch Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Before draining, set aside 3-4 tablespoons of the cooking water.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, wash the zucchini and grate it on a coarse grater or cut it into very thin half-moons.
  3. 3
    Pour the pasta water into a skillet, add the zucchini, and stew covered for about 4-5 minutes until soft (without frying in oil).
  4. 4
    Add the cooked pasta and cream to the soft zucchini. Mix well.
  5. 5
    Crack the eggs directly into the pan. Stir gently over low heat until the eggs set to your desired consistency, creating a creamy coating around the pasta.
  6. 6
    Remove from heat, stir in the grated hard cheese and chopped dill.
  7. 7
    Season to taste with salt and plenty of freshly ground pepper.

Chef's Tips

  • If you want to reduce calories even further, you can skip the cheese, but 10g adds a deep 'umami' flavor to the dish.
  • Be careful not to overcook the eggs – they should remain slightly moist to form a sauce.
  • Instead of cream, you can use a tablespoon of plain yogurt, adding it at the very end after removing the pan from the heat so it doesn't curdle.

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