Risotto with Zucchini and Stracchino
- Very easy
- 45 min
Piadina with zucchini and stracchino is this super tasty treat from Emilia-Romagna that offers a simple yet creamy experience in every bite. You know, this traditional Italian flatbread—pretty much amazing—comes stuffed with grilled zucchini slices that are tender and a little smoky. And the cheese? Stracchino cheese piadina melts effortlessly, going soft and moist as it hits the warm bread, creating something really, really comforting. It's so satisfying.
And look, chopped walnuts? They add this nice crunch and earthiness, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze gives a tangy sweetness that, honestly, enhances every single flavor. In Italy, this version often uses olive oil in the dough—making it lighter and easier to digest—which means, for real, you can whip it up quickly when you're hungry or need a homemade meal without too much fuss.
Enjoying a zucchini piadina hot off the pan? Ideal. Maximum fragrance and catching the stracchino at its gooiest. But here's the thing, it's still tasty when cooled down, making it perfect for packed lunches or a light dinner. In Emilia-Romagna, locals might swap in different veggies or add extra herbs for variety, but the classic combination of zucchini, walnuts and melty cheese really showcases why homemade piadina with cheese is so special.
Seriously good mix of soft, crispy, and creamy in each bite—wrapped in a warm, thin flatbread. Rustic, yet a little indulgent. This easy piadina with vegetables is great for busy weeks when you're craving authentic Italian flavor without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you're after a quick dinner or something to share with friends, the contrast between fresh zucchini, nutty crunch, and gooey stracchino makes this piadina a fantastic choice. For anyone who appreciates food full of texture and flavor, it's a dish that really captures the essence of Italian simplicity and the joy of quality ingredients. Can't go wrong.
To prepare the flatbread with zucchini and stracchino, first chop the walnut kernels 1 and set them aside. Wash the zucchini well, trim the ends, and slice them thinly, about 1/16 inch thick 2. Heat a grill well and place the zucchini on it 3.
Wait a few minutes, turn them over 4, and continue cooking on the other side. Season with salt 5 and set aside. Then heat a pan 6, place the flatbread on it, wait 30 seconds, and flip it to heat the other side for another 30 seconds.
Add half of the stracchino only on one side of the flatbread 7, cover with a lid 8, and wait for the cheese to melt 9.
Transfer the flatbread to a cutting board 10, place half of the zucchini on the cheese 11, and garnish with the walnut crumble 12.
Add some balsamic glaze 13, fold the flatbread in half 14. Prepare the second flatbread in the same way and serve them 15.