Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles
A refreshing keto pasta alternative with smooth avocado sauce, garlic, and fresh herbs, ready in under 10 minutes for a nutrient-packed meal. This italian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian, low-carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium, spiralized zucchini, ripe, pitted and peeled avocado, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 4 medium, spiralized zucchini
- 1 ripe, pitted and peeled avocado
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, combine 1 peeled avocado, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp of the blended sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 cups spiralized zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp, stirring frequently.
- Step 3: Remove from heat and toss zucchini noodles with remaining sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately while warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (15 min prep + 5 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 Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles?
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 medium, spiralized zucchini from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles?
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 Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles 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.
Is Creamy Avocado Garlic Zucchini Noodles vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
