Olive Oil Garlic Zucchini Noodles Recipe
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Olive Oil Garlic Zucchini Noodles Recipe
Description
Olive Oil Garlic Zucchini Noodles Recipe combines spiralized or shaved zucchini with olive oil and garlic for a quick sautéed vegetable dish. Heating olive oil and tossing in minced garlic flavors the noodles while cooking them just until tender but still retaining a slight crispness. A light seasoning of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper finishes the dish, making it simple and fresh. The zucchini noodles provide a moist, slightly firm texture rather than becoming mushy, which is ideal for a vegetable-forward plate or a low-carb pasta substitute.
The balance of olive oil and garlic gently coats the zucchini, emphasizing its natural qualities without adding heaviness. Preparing the noodles fresh and cooking briefly preserves their mild flavor and appealing bite. This dish can complement a variety of meals, from grilled proteins to robust sauces needing a light side.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 - 4 medium zucchini spiralized or shaved
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet set over medium heat. Add zucchini and garlic and toss together with the olive oil as you cook. Cook until just tender, yet still crisp, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 59kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 303mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 393mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 296IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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