Sautéed Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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A vibrant, low-carb dinner featuring tender zucchini noodles tossed in garlic-infused oil with sweet roasted tomatoes and aromatic basil. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium zucchinis
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 lemon
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12 minutes until slightly blistered.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
Step 3: Add 4 cups spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until tender but crisp.
Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 lemon juice, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.