Herb-Infused Zucchini Noodles with Cherry Tomatoes
Light and refreshing zucchini noodles tossed with sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a summer meal. This Italian-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, low-carb), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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 zucchinis
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 4 medium zucchinis (spiralized into noodles) in a colander, toss with 1/4 tsp salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to release moisture; pat dry with paper towels.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Combine 4 cups spiralized zucchini noodles, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup fresh basil, and 1/4 cup fresh parsley in a large bowl; pour dressing over and toss gently until evenly coated.
