Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your choice of pasta sauce optional
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Begin by washing the zucchinis thoroughly. Trim the ends.
- Use a spiralizer to transform your zucchinis into noodles. If you don't own a spiralizer, a vegetable peeler or a julienne peeler can work just as well, although the shape might slightly differ.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté them for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender. Be cautious not to overcook them, or they may become mushy.
- Season them with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Then, gently toss the zucchini noodles with your preferred pasta sauce. Warm the sauce together with the noodles, stirring frequently, until it's heated throughout.
- Serve hot, sprinkled with optional Parmesan cheese for an added touch of decadence.
Notes
While the recipe is delightfully simple, here are a few tips to enhance your Zoodles experience and some variations for added fun:
- Avoid overcooking: Zucchinis release water as they cook, so less is more when it comes to sautéing. You want the Zoodles to be al dente, just like pasta.
- Drain excess water: After spiralizing, you can place the Zoodles in a colander and toss with a bit of salt. Let them sit for 15 minutes then press out any additional water with paper towels.
- Switch up the veggies: Feel free to experiment with other spiralizable veggies like carrots, cucumbers, or beets for a colorful twist.
- Add proteins: To make this a complete meal, consider adding your favorite cooked protein like grilled chicken, sautéed shrimp, or tofu.
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