Solar-Powered Zucchini Noodles with Lemon Herb Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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A vibrant, low-carb dish that captures the essence of sunshine in every bite, featuring delicate zucchini ribbons and a bright citrus dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe (low-carb, gluten-free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs zucchini, extra virgin olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, spiralized into thin ribbons zucchini
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1, zest and juice lemon
1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh basil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then add zucchini ribbons and 1/4 tsp sea salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until zucchini is tender but still firm (al dente).
Step 2: Remove from heat and immediately stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped basil, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and black pepper. Toss gently until the zucchini is evenly coated and the herbs are fragrant.
Step 3: Transfer to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.