Module 17 · The Cheese Course
Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons
Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons is a keto dinner with 7.8 g net carbs, 20 g protein and 26 g fat per serving (345 kcal). It serves 2 and takes 15 minutes in total.
Rome’s most famous sauce of Pecorino and black pepper, glossy and peppery, wrapped around silky courgette ribbons instead of spaghetti.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: milk. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 2 servings · Active time: 15 min · Total time: 15 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 7.8 g |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Energy | 345 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 µg |
| Calcium | 548 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 0 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 500 g organic courgettes, cut into ribbons or spirals
- 80 g Pecorino Romano, very finely grated
- 20 g Parmesan, finely grated
- 30 g organic butter
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 60 ml hot water
Step-by-step method
- Toast the pepper in the butter for 1 minute.
- Add the courgette and toss 2 minutes until just warm and bright.
- Take off the heat, add the hot water and both cheeses and toss quickly until creamy.
- Serve at once with more pepper.
Chef’s tips
- Off the heat is the secret: the cheese melts into cream instead of clumping.
Variations
- Add crispy guanciale.
- Top with a soft egg.
Storage
Best eaten immediately.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons?
One serving has 7.8 g net carbohydrates, 20 g protein and 26 g fat (345 kcal). The recipe makes 2 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons ahead, store or freeze it?
Best eaten immediately.
Which allergens are in Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons?
It contains milk, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons vegetarian?
Yes. The recipe contains no meat or fish.
Can I vary Cacio e Pepe with Courgette Ribbons?
Yes. Add crispy guanciale. Top with a soft egg.