Ready in 45 minutes, for 4 servings
Gluten free
INGREDIENTS:
- zucchini
EQUIPMENT:
- colander
- bowl
1) Place zucchini strips in a colander over a bowl or in the sink.
INGREDIENTS:
- zucchini
- salt
2) Sprinkle zucchini with salt and toss to combine.
INGREDIENTS:
- zucchini
- salt
3) Let the zucchini sit for 15 minutes while the salt extracts the moisture.
INGREDIENTS:
- zucchini
- water
4) Drain excess water, squeezing zucchini, if necessary.
INGREDIENTS:
- bacon
EQUIPMENT:
- frying pan
5) Meanwhile, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, turning frequently.
INGREDIENTS:
- bacon
EQUIPMENT:
- paper towels
6) Remove bacon to a stack of paper towels to drain. Crumble bacon.
INGREDIENTS:
- bacon drippings
EQUIPMENT:
- frying pan
7) Remove all but 2 T of bacon drippings from the pan.
EQUIPMENT:
- frying pan
8) Return the pan to medium heat.
INGREDIENTS:
- green onions
- broccoli
9) Add the green onions and broccoli, stirring frequently for about 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
INGREDIENTS:
- zucchini
- pesto
10) Add zucchini and 2 T of pesto, tossing to combine all ingredients. Taste and add more pesto, if needed. The mixture only needs to warm up, so 2-3 minutes of cooking ought to do it.
INGREDIENTS:
- grated parmesan cheese
- bacon
11) Serve with bacon crumbles and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.