Pan-Seared Zucchini with Green Peppercorns & Ricotta

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    Pan-Seared Zucchini with Green Peppercorns & Ricotta

    Recipe by Alexa Weibel

    • 4Servings

    Ingredients

    • 3 tbsp. butter
    • 2 large zucchini, diced
    • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
    • 1 tbsp. brined green peppercorns, drained, plus 1 tsp. brine
    • 1/3 cup ricotta
    • 1/2 cup sliced basil

    Preparation

    In skillet, brown butter over high, swirling until golden specks appear. Add zucchini, walnuts, peppercorns and brine; season. Cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Top with ricotta and basil.

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