Zucchini Noodle Pasta
A light and refreshing alternative to traditional pasta made with spiralized zucchini, garlic, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for a healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Create Zucchini Noodles: Using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles from the zucchinis.
- Heat the Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Cherry Tomatoes: Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Combine Zucchini Noodles: Gently add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season to Taste: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with Love: Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For optimal texture, store leftover zucchini noodles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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