Buckwheat with Zucchini, Goat Cheese, and Mint

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Produce

  • 2 medium zucchini — approximately 10.5 oz/300 g

  • 1 lemon — enough for 1 tablespoon of fresh juice

  • Fresh mint leaves

Refrigerated

  • Fresh goat cheese — 3.5 oz/100 g

Pantry Staples

  • Raw buckwheat groats — ¾ cup (4.2 oz/120 g)

  • Extra-virgin olive oil — 1 tablespoon

  • Black pepper

  • Salt

Optional Substitutions

  • Yellow summer squash instead of zucchini

  • Fresh ricotta instead of goat cheese

  • Fresh basil or flat-leaf parsley instead of mint

  • A lactose-free fresh cheese when needed

  • Certified gluten-free buckwheat for strict gluten avoidance

Luca’s Note

Use the goat cheese as a measured component rather than a heavy topping. Add the lemon and mint at the end so their freshness remains distinct.

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