Creamy Zucchini And Ricotta Dip Recipe 55

THE BEST ZUCCHINI DIP EVER

Steps:

• Place zucchini in a saucepan, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Add the garlic, sugar, and oregano, and process until blended.
• Transfer the pureed mixture to a serving bowl, and stir in the mayonnaise. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

ZUCCHINI RICOTTA PASTA SKILLET (COOKING FOR 2)

Steps:

• In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until zucchini begins to brown. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Remove from skillet.
• Add pasta and broth to same skillet; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 11 to 13 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente. (There will be a little liquid left in the skillet.)
• Stir in ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and sautéed zucchini. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and basil. Transfer to serving bowl; garnish with more chopped basil, if desired. Serve with more Parmesan cheese on the side, if desired.

CREAMY ZUCCHINI AND RICOTTA DIP RECIPE - (5/5)

Steps:

• In a medium nonstick skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil over medium high. Add grated zucchini, minced garlic clove, and thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until zucchini is tender and golden, 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and let cool. Add 1/2 cup ricotta, lemon zest and lemon juice and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.