Description
A fresh, vibrant alternative to traditional pasta, zucchini noodles (aka zoodles) are gluten-free, low-carb, and full of flavor. Perfect for quick, healthy meals with endless topping options.
Ingredients
4 medium zucchinis
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash zucchini and trim ends.
2. Spiralize zucchini into noodles.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
4. Sauté garlic and chili flakes for 30 seconds.
5. Add zucchini noodles and toss for 2–3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
Notes
For firmer zoodles, salt them first and let sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
Add cheese or protein like shrimp or chickpeas for variety.
Great with a variety of sauces, from pesto to Thai peanut.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: zoodles, zucchini noodles, low-carb, gluten-free, healthy pasta