Orange-Maple Vegetable Ribbons

Name: Orange-Maple Vegetable Ribbons
Ingredients: 1 large zucchini; 1 large yellow summer squash; 2 medium carrots; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

10 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

1 large zucchini
1 large yellow summer squash
2 medium carrots
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Directions

1

Using a vegetable peeler, cut the vegetables into very thin lengthwise strips.
2

In a large skillet, saute the vegetable strips in butter until tender; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, combine the syrup, orange juice, zest, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook for 2-3 minutes or until most of the liquid is evaporated. Return vegetables to pan; toss to coat and sprinkle with pecans. Serve with a slotted spoon.