Zucchini a Scapece Marinated Zucchini
Transform your summer zucchini into an irresistible Mediterranean delight with Zucchini a Scapece, a traditional Italian marinated zucchini dish that's simple yet bursting with vibrant flavor. Thinly sliced zucchini is fried until golden and layered with fresh mint, minced garlic, and a tangy white wine vinegar marinade. Chilling the dish allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a bright, aromatic appetizer or side dish. Perfect for serving with crusty bread or as part of an antipasto spread, this recipe balances creamy fried zucchini with the zesty freshness of mint and the aromatic kick of garlic for a taste that’s both refreshing and deeply satisfying. Ready in under 40 minutes but best prepared ahead, Zucchini a Scapece is a make-ahead marvel ideal for entertaining or upgrading everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 200 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 60 ml white wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini, then slice them into evenly thick rounds about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the zucchini slices in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry them until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and tear the fresh mint leaves into small pieces.
In a small bowl, mix the white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to dissolve the salt.
In a shallow dish or container, create layers of fried zucchini. Between each layer, sprinkle a little minced garlic and mint leaves. Once all the zucchini are layered, pour the vinegar mixture evenly over them.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, bring the marinated zucchini to room temperature. Serve as is or with some crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 498 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
