Paleo Herb-Infused Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and wholesome Paleo Herb-Infused Pasta, a gluten-free masterpiece that swaps traditional noodles for zucchini spirals bursting with freshness and color. Perfectly seasoned with garlic-infused olive oil, fragrant basil, parsley, and oregano, this low-carb dish is further brightened by the zing of lemon juice and zest. Tender cherry tomatoes and toasted pine nuts add a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, making it both satisfying and nourishing. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy, paleo-friendly recipe is as quick to make as it is delicious, offering a light yet flavorful alternative for pasta lovers. Perfect for anyone seeking grain-free, dairy-free meals loaded with fresh ingredients and Mediterranean-inspired flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup pine nuts
Instructions
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the medium zucchinis. Set them aside in a large bowl.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them for about 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sliced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden.
Reduce the heat to low and add in the zucchini noodles, tossing to coat them in the garlic-infused oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are tender but still have a bite.
While the noodles are cooking, chop the basil, parsley, and oregano. Add them to the skillet along with the lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together to combine.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes until the tomatoes are warmed through.
Remove the skillet from heat, stir in the toasted pine nuts, and serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8640 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2512 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
