Vegan Zucchini Pasta with Garlic Lemon Sauce
Elevate your plant-based pasta game with this vibrant and refreshing Vegan Zucchini Pasta with Garlic Lemon Sauce! This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh zucchini into delicate "zoodles," coated in a zesty sauce bursting with flavors of garlic, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy depth, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free dish is perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or light lunches. Serve it up warm, garnished with extra herbs or lemon zest, for a satisfying meal packed with wholesome goodness. Perfect for vegans, keto enthusiasts, or anyone craving a refreshing twist on classic pasta!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Use a spiralizer or julienne peeler to create zucchini noodles (also known as zoodles) from the 4 medium zucchinis. Set the zoodles aside in a colander to allow excess moisture to drain.
Finely mince the 4 cloves of garlic and chop the fresh parsley (you'll need about 2 tablespoons).
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 0.5 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well to combine into a sauce.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss them gently with the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, just until the zoodles are warmed through but still firm (do not overcook, as zucchini releases water and can become soggy).
Remove the skillet from heat and toss in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley, lemon zest, or nutritional yeast if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8653 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2065 mg | 44% | |
*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.
