Grilled Zucchini Carbonara

From: delish.com

Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2  large zucchini (about 10 oz. each), cut into 1/4" rounds 
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 
  • Kosher salt
  • 12 oz. spaghetti 
  • 6 large egg yolks 
  • 1 large egg 
  • 1 c. finely grated Pecorino (about 3 oz.), plus more for serving 
  • 0.25 c. coarsely chopped fresh basil 
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp. white miso 
  • 2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Steps

  • Step 1Prepare a grill for medium-high heat (or heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat); preheat 5 minutes. In a medium bowl, toss zucchini, oil, and 1 teaspoon salt. Let rest 5 to 10 minutes while grill heats up.
  • Step 2Working in batches if needed, grill zucchini, turning halfway through, until charred and softened, 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Step 3In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until just al dente or a little white still appears once bitten into, about 10 minutes.
  • Step 4Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix egg yolks, egg, Pecorino, basil, butter, miso, and lemon zest; season with pepper. Set aside away from heat.
  • Step 5Add pasta and zucchini to egg mixture, gently but quickly tossing to incorporate hot pasta and egg mixture, until sauce is glossy and coats pasta.
  • Step 6Divide pasta among bowls. Top with Pecorino; season with pepper.