Guess who figured out a way to use up some more of her zucchini stash…?
Oh yeah, baby.
A couple of weeks ago, I received my latest issue of Cooking Light magazine in the mail and happened to come across this recipe for Summer Squash and Ricotta Galette.
I followed the recipe to a T, and basically just crossed my fingers and hoped for the best. This was my first-ever attempt at any sort of galette, but surprisingly enough, it was actually pretty easy to make.
The recipe first caught my attention because of the zucchini and squash, but I also immediately loved the fact that it incorporated lots of healthy fats into the crust…just what I’m lookin’ for!
Jay wasn’t too sure about the idea of the galette, but since today is the first day of his birthday week and all, I told him I’d make him a little something else and cooked up a quick and easy buffalo chicken panini with mozz and tomatoes.
As for my dinner…
Corn on the cob, some extra roasted zucchini (because mine were apparently much bigger than “medium” so I had plenty leftover), and a piece of the galette.
Overall, I’m definitely a fan! I loved how this was a bit different from our usual dinner staples, and the recipe had some really incredible flavor to it.
Jay and I were both trying to decide what else this crust would be good with, and I immediately thought of wrapping it around a big ‘ol wheel of brie topped with raspberry jam (which would hopefully come out looking better than this hot mess). Does that not sound ahhhhmazing though, or what?
Hope everyone’s having a fantastic evening…iiiit’s almost Friday!!
Melissa @ runscootsrun.blogspot.com says
That looks perfect! And I love me some paninis! Lol..glad everything came out well! :)
krystal@coffeecardiogoddess says
That looks super delicious! I love zucchini, I would love to make something like that.
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
I’m not even 100% sure what a galette is! Looks pretty tasty though :-)
Alex @ Brain, Body, Because says
Ha! I hadn’t heard of a galette either. I like the looks of it :)
Jaren@Kiwi Fit Blog says
That looks delicious!!
Elizabeth says
http://www.canadianliving.com/food/streusel_topped_strawberry_galette.php
This is heavenly. My mum made it a little while back, and honestly it was to die for. You should try it out! Perfect of a summer meal :)
Charlie says
That galette looks amazing! I MUST try it! I really have a thing for zucchini right now and can’t stop eating it :P.
Jenny says
Ooh wish I had looked at this earlier! I just got a lot of zucchini and mint in my CSA today and found this recipe appetizer that I whipped up real quick : http://whiteonricecouple.com/recipes/roasted-eggplant-mint/
delicious!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
Is it weird that I don’t think I’ve ever even heard of galette? Regardless, it looks delicious! I’m all about those healthy fats too. ;)
Allison @ Running Through Red Lights says
I’ve made a sweet galette before, but never thought to do a savory one. I’m going to have to remember this!
Clare says
Ahh yum! Can’t wait to try this ;)
Kim@hungryhealthygirl says
I saw that same thing in Cooking Light and was thinking about making it. Looks like it turned out great!
Hillary {Nutrition Nut on the Run} says
stunning!! i love galettes — savory & sweet.
amy says
Dinner looks awesomee!!
Juliene says
I love cooking light. I always tear out so many recipes and yet we eat the same things over and over again. Seeing this yummy dinner has encouraged me to break out of the rut and try something new! thanks
Khushboo Thadani says
I’ve never tried a galette but it looks GOOD! I bet Jay wish he had in on some :)!
Michelle@Peachy Palate says
Great idea! I love galettes! Favourite is a squash, spinach and caramalised onion one. I make mini ones! :)
Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says
That galette looks beautiful and delicious! I’ve always wanted to try making one :)
Kristen @ notsodomesticated says
I like your idea for the brie cheese. That would delicious!!
You’re such a good wifey for making your husband something different. I probably wouldn’t have done that haha! :)
Danielle@cleanfoodcreativefitness says
That looks so good!! I am loving this zucchini stash and all the fabulous recipes that come along with it ;)
Lydia @HappyHealthyConfident says
Be sure to post pics if you make the bri idea! Sounds incredible!
Parita says
Just checked out that recipe – yum! Making this soon. Thanks for sharing!
Bek @ Crave says
So what did Jay think of the Galette? I bet he loved it in the end- men just need to learn to trust women. We know what we’re on about, especially when it comes to food ;)
Courtney says
He said it was pretty good! :)
Lisa says
It looks so pretty. I would want to make it solely for that reason!
I still have to use up my zucchinis, I have way too many in my fridge right now.