Zucchini Marinara
Transform your mealtime with this light, nutrient-packed Zucchini Marinara, a perfect combination of wholesome zucchini noodles and bold, homemade marinara sauce. Featuring spiralized zucchini, affectionately known as "zoodles," and a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, dried basil, oregano, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this recipe delivers robust Italian flavors without the carbs. The quick 15-minute prep and 20-minute cook time make it a go-to for busy weeknights, while the finishing touches of fresh parsley and shredded Parmesan take it to restaurant-quality heights. Ideal as a satisfying low-carb main course or a vibrant, veggie-filled side dish, this Zucchini Marinara is a delicious, healthy twist on classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles ('zoodles'), or use a vegetable peeler to shave into thin ribbons if you don’t have a spiralizer. Set aside.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the marinara sauce for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly.
While the sauce is simmering, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles. Heat another skillet over medium heat and drizzle with a small amount of olive oil. Add the zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing gently, just until slightly softened. Do not overcook to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Once the marinara sauce is ready, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Combine the zucchini noodles with the marinara sauce in the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and shredded Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve immediately as a main dish or side, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 602 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1100 mg | 23% | |
*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.
