LEMON-GARLIC ZUCCHINI NOODLES

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These quick and easy noodles (also known as zoodles) partner perfectly with just about any entree. The fresh lemon really brightens the flavor of this low-carb side dish which is a healthy option for a decadent pasta dish.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium zucchini
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Use a spiralizer to cut zucchini into thick or thin ribbons, your preference.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic, and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add zucchini and toss to coat with the butter-garlic sauce. Saute until zucchini noodles are slightly softened or have reached desired tenderness, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice, lemon-pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt, and remove from the heat. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and lemon zest, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 78.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tobias Nkomo
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Yum!


Op Lagent
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This was a quick and easy dish to make. I used a spiralizer to make the zucchini noodles and it worked great. The sauce was flavorful and the dish was a hit with my guests.


shantal pina
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The zucchini noodles were a great substitute for pasta and the lemon garlic sauce was flavorful and light.


Petar Donchev
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The lemon and garlic flavors were well-balanced and the zucchini noodles were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again.