Easy Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)
Learn how to make and cook zucchini noodles “zoodles” – the best way! This garlic parmesan zucchini noodles recipe is easy and delicious. It’s also low-carb and keto friendly and has just 4 ingredients. Make sure to watch my video above for the complete step-by-step zucchini noodle tutorial!
Prep: 5min
Total: 7min
Yield: 2
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 119 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 96 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 tbsp parmesan (grated)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instruction:
- Slice the ends off the zucchini and place it on your spiralizer. Turn the spiralizer and create zucchini noodles.
- Heat the oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add the zucchini noodles and toss them for one minute, just to warm through, then turn off the heat.
- Sprinkle on the grated parmesan along with salt and pepper, give them another toss in the pan, then serve them up.
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FAQ
How do you make zoodles not soggy?
Tips To Avoid Watery Zucchini Noodles
- Pat zucchini noodles dry with paper towels after spiralizing them. …
- Cook zoodles over medium-high heat. …
- Do not cover the zucchini during cooking. …
- Don’t overcrowd the pan. …
- Do not add salt to the pan. …
- Use a pan that conducts heat well. …
- Don’t overcook the zoodles.
What is the best way to cook zoodles?
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, then season the water generously with salt. Add the zucchini noodles and cook until the noodles are crisp tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Use tongs or a spider to immediately transfer the zoodles to a large bowl filled with ice water.
How do you keep zoodles crunchy?
The next tip to avoid soggy zucchini noodles is to drain them. After you cook the noodles and before you add sauce, drain the zoodles in a colander. Shake off any excess moisture. Bonus points for patting dry with a paper towel or dish towel!
What can I do with an abundance of zucchini?
What to do with too Much Zucchini
- Add it to Your Salads. Sliced or diced, zucchini is a nice addition to any salad. …
- Put it in Spaghetti. …
- Freeze It. …
- Make Butter out of It. …
- Enjoy Zucchini Bites. …
- Try Greta’s Zucchini Bread Recipe. …
- Add Zucchini to Turkey Burgers. …
- Zucchini Soup is a Must.
Are zoodles unhealthy?
Zoodles provide a good dose of nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium and a modest amount of fiber in every cup. While flour-based pasta is higher in protein than zucchini is, it does not offer many nutrients that most children and adults are likely in need of.
