Olive Puff Pastry with Sautéed Zucchini
Category: Appetizers
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Olive Puff Pastry | 12 sheets |
| Zucchini | 2 medium |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Pine Nuts | 1 tablespoon |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Vegetable Broth | to taste |
| Fresh Basil | 1 sprig |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Zucchini: Begin by washing the zucchinis thoroughly. Trim both ends and slice them into thin rounds, about 2 mm thick.
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Sauté the Zucchini: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick pan. Add the garlic clove, slightly crushed, to infuse the oil with flavor. Sauté the garlic for about a minute, and then add the zucchini slices.
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Cook and Season: Sauté the zucchini over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If necessary, add a couple of tablespoons of vegetable broth to prevent the zucchini from sticking to the pan and to help them cook evenly. Continue cooking until the zucchini is tender but still retains a slight crunch, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add Final Touches: Once cooked, remove the pan from the heat. Season the zucchini with salt and pepper to taste, then tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces and stir them into the zucchini mixture.
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Assemble the Dish: Lay out the olive puff pastry sheets on a flat surface. Spoon a generous amount of the sautéed zucchini onto each sheet, and sprinkle with pine nuts for a lovely crunch.
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Serve: Serve these Olive Puff Pastry with Sautéed Zucchini immediately as a delightful appetizer, showcasing the fresh flavors of zucchini and the savory bite of the pine nuts.
These delicious olive puff pastries with sautéed zucchini make for an ideal light appetizer or snack for your gatherings. The crispy puff pastry perfectly balances the tender zucchini, while the pine nuts add a wonderful texture contrast. Enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired dish!
