Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles
If you know how to cook zucchini noodles you can have a healthy and delicious side dish ready to eat in just minutes - perfectly seasoned with just garlic and Parmesan, butter and herbs, or topped with your favorite sauce.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3-4 medium zucchini about 6 cups of noodles
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan OPTIONAL
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the zucchini and use the method of your choice to create zucchini noodles. A spiralizer will make quick work of this task.
- Heat the oil in a large skill over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for just about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the zucchini noodles and toss them for barely a minute until they are warm. Remove from the heat.
- Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle on the grated parmesan and squeeze lemon over the zucchini, if desired. Toss once more and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 314IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg