Creamy Spinach-Mushroom Sauce over Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Rich, velvety sauce made with fresh spinach and mushrooms, tossed with spiralized zucchini for a hearty, low-carb meal that feels indulgent. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe (low-carb), ready in about 27 minutes, blends Zucchini, Mushrooms, Heavy cream into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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, spiralized Zucchini
• 8 ounces, sliced Mushrooms
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown and liquid has evaporated.
2. Step 2: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 2 cups fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted and reduced in volume.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 3 minutes). Add 2 cups spiralized zucchini noodles and toss gently until heated through (2 minutes). Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.