Whole30 Zucchini Spaghetti with Garlic and Parmesan
Elevate your pasta night with this Whole30 Zucchini Spaghetti with Garlic and Parmesan—a low-carb, gluten-free dish that's bursting with flavor! Perfectly spiralized zucchini noodles are sautéed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, seasoned with just the right amount of salt, black pepper, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for optional heat. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds brightness to the dish, while chopped parsley provides a pop of color and herby freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe delivers all the comfort of spaghetti with a nutritious twist, ideal for those following Whole30, keto, or paleo diets. Serve it as a light dinner or pair it with your favorite protein for a well-rounded meal that’s deliciously satisfying and guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the zucchinis. Use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, a julienne peeler or mandoline slicer can be used instead. Set the noodles aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss the noodles gently to coat them in the garlic oil.
Cook the zucchini noodles for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly firm ('al dente'). Avoid overcooking, as the zucchini can become watery.
Season the noodles with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Transfer the zucchini spaghetti to serving plates and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Zucchini Spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8649 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1932 mg | 41% | |
*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.
