Low-Carb Zucchini Noodles with Garlic
A vibrant, crunchy pasta alternative featuring zucchini ribbons tossed in a garlic-herb oil. Zero carbs from pasta, just 35 calories per serving. This Italian-inspired vegetarian recipe (low-carb, vegan), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs zucchini, garlic, fresh basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 35 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 (about 2 lbs), spiralized zucchini
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2, thinly sliced lemon
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 4 medium spiralized zucchini noodles (about 2 lbs) and toss for 3 minutes until just tender-crisp, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 thinly sliced lemon, then serve immediately while warm.
