Zucchini Noodles with Tomato, Basil and Parmesan
These Zucchini Noodles with Tomato, Basil, and Parmesan are a light, fresh, and flavorful summer meal that comes together in just 20 minutes. Packed with seasonal ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil, it’s a healthy, low-carb, and gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings (main) or 4 servings (side)
- Category: Main Dish, Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into noodles)
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchini into noodles and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add halved tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the zucchini noodles and cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring gently.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil, and top with Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for protein.
- Try swapping Parmesan with crumbled feta or goat cheese for a new flavor.
- For spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- Best served fresh to avoid sogginess; reheat gently if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 main serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
