ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera
A vibrant spring pasta dish featuring fresh zucchini noodles tossed with a garlic-tomato sauce and seasonal veggies, ready in 20 minutes. This vegetarian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium (about 12 oz total) zucchini, ALDI Market Pantry marinara sauce, almond flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 12 oz total) zucchini
- 1 cup ALDI Market Pantry marinara sauce
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup, stems removed kale
Instructions
- Step 1: Using a spiralizer, create noodles from both zucchinis and set aside. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant, then add cherry tomatoes and kale. Cook for 3 minutes until tomatoes soften and kale wilts.
- Step 3: Stir in marinara sauce and almond flour, then add zucchini noodles. Toss gently for 2 minutes until heated through and sauce coats noodles evenly, adding 2 tbsp water if too dry.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp fresh basil, and serve immediately with remaining basil for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep almond flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with ALDI Market Pantry Zucchini Noodle Primavera?
Vegetarian sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
