Zesty Lemon & Herb Zoodles

By Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN

Who doesn’t love a tasty bowl of noodles? Well, a bowl of noodles just got a whole lot healthier with this dish of “zoodles” (zucchini noodles). They’re made using a spiralizer (inexpensive and easy to find), but you can also make them by cutting zucchini into small, thin and noodle-shaped slices.
Zucchinis are a type of squash that are low in calories (33 calories per 1 medium-sized zucchini) and a good source of vitamins A and C. Zucchini is also a good source of potassium, which can act as an electrolyte in the body.

This recipe is particularly delicious due to the addition of various herbs and lemon that add a zesty flavor. Try mixing up this recipe by adding some of your favorite spices and classic pasta-sauces.

Ingredients

5 medium zucchinis (courgette)
2-3 tbsp olive oil
sea salt and pepper, to taste
1-2 tsp each fresh or dried basil, oregano, or other herbs you prefer
juice of 2 lemons

Directions

Prepare zucchini noodles by adding through spiralizer (or by cutting them into small, thin and noodle-like pieces with a sharp knife).
Warm sauté pan over medium heat and add olive oil; let the pan get warm for 2-3 minutes.
When the pan is warm add zucchini noodles, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and other herbs or spices; stir the mixture every 3-4 minutes.
Continue to cook zucchini noodles for 10-15 minutes or until soft, continuing to stir every 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat, serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 70

Fat: 7g

Trans Fat: 1g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 290mg

Carbohydrates: 2g

Fiber: 0g

Sugars: 0g

Protein: 1g