Stir-Fried Zucchini Noodles with Garlic and Cherry Tomatoes

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

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Light and refreshing zucchini noodles tossed with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs for a quick, vegetable-forward meal. This Italian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs zucchinis, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 200 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 medium, spiralized into noodles (about 4 cups) zucchinis
1, thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp avocado oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add sliced bell pepper and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.
Step 3: Add spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender but still slightly firm (al dente), stirring frequently. Season with sea salt and stir in fresh basil before serving.