How to Make Zucchini Noodles
Have you ever wanted to cut down on carbs but still enjoy a tasty pasta dish? If this sounds like you, why not learn how to make healthy vegetable noodles like these homemade zucchini noodles made with a spiralizer? These "noodles" are not only healthy for you, but they're super fun to make!
Besides mock-pasta, you can also throw some spiral zucchini "noodles" in a salad, or season them and have them on the side of any main dish. This is one of those skills that isn't necessarily crucial to your culinary toolbelt, but boy is it a fun one to have.
Enjoy this easy step-by-step guide to making homemade zucchini noodles, and learn how to make a tasty mock-pasta dish in the process.
Yields2 servings
Preparation Time10 min
Cooking Time10 min
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, washed and dried
- 1/2 cup Ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
- grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Set up the spiralizer. Choose the size blade you want to use depending on the size of zucchini noodles you want to cut.
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Cut the ends off of the zucchini. Position the zucchini next to the blade and spin.
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Place the zucchini noodles in a large bowl and press down with some paper towels to dry off the moisture.
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In a large mixing bowl place the Ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
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In a large skillet heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for 30 seconds.
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Add in the zucchini noodles and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
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Pick up the noodles leaving the liquid in the pan and place into the bowl with the Ricotta mixture.
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Add in the tomatoes and toss to combine.
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Top with some grated parmesan cheese.