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zucchini pasta

zucchini pasta
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A fresh, healthy, and low-carb zucchini pasta recipe that transforms spiralized zucchini into light, noodle-like strands. Ready in under 20 minutes, this dish features a flavorful garlic and cherry tomato sauce, finished with Parmesan, fresh basil, and a touch of lemon juice. Perfect for keto, paleo, gluten-free, and anyone seeking a nutritious, colorful, and quick meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium fresh zucchinis, spiralized
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Spiralize the zucchini: Wash the zucchinis and trim the ends. Using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, create long, thin strands that resemble traditional pasta noodles.
  2. Prepare the sauce base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Then add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.
  3. Cook the zucchini noodles: Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet and gently toss with the tomato and garlic mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, just until the noodles soften but still have a pleasant bite. Avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
  4. Season and finish: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, a squeeze of lemon juice, fresh basil leaves, salt, and black pepper. Toss together well and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Choose young, smaller zucchinis for firmer texture and fewer seeds.
  • Do not overcook zucchini noodles to maintain a good bite and avoid mushiness.
  • To reduce excess moisture, sprinkle salt on raw noodles, let them sit briefly, then pat dry before cooking.
  • Using a spiralizer yields more consistent noodles than a regular vegetable peeler.
  • Serve zucchini pasta immediately as it can become watery if stored too long.

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Keywords: zucchini pasta, low carb pasta, gluten free pasta, keto pasta, healthy dinner, spiralized zucchini

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