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Zucchini Carpaccio Recipe: A Light & Flavorful Appetizer

 
INGREDIENTS

12 ounces zucchini, shredded 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted 1 tablespoon Italian dressing 4 French bread baguettes, cut in half lengthwise 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soft-spread margarine 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Pear tomatoes, halved (optional)

PREPARATION:

  1. Preheat broiler. Place zucchini in medium bowl. Add almonds and dressing; mix well. Set aside.
  2. Place baguette halves on large baking sheet; spread evenly with margarine. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 3 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until edges and cheese are browned.
  3. Spread zucchini mixture evenly onto each baguette half. Garnish with tomaotes. Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestion Serve with spaghetti and tomato sauce. This recipe appears in: Italian NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 263 mg Protein 7 g Fiber 3 g Carbohydrate 14 g Cholesterol 3 mg Saturated Fat 2 g Total Fat 15 g Calories from Fat 61 % Calories 207 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Fat 3 Starch 1