Lemon Garlic Zucchini Noodles
Fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a simple lemon garlic butter are the perfect simple low carb side dish!
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flake optional
- Kosher salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped + more for garnish if wanted
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Rinse the zucchini and dry, trim the ends, and make the noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler.
- Heat the butter over medium heat in a small skillet. Add the garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the garlic begins to turn golden brown.
- Add the lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), and 2 tablespoons of parley.
- Remove from the heat and add salt to taste.
- In a large dry skillet, heat the zucchini noodles over medium heat. Cook, tossing the noodles with tongs, for about 3 or 4 minutes, or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
- Drain any liquid from the pan and toss the cooked noodles with the sauce.
- Top with Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and chopped parsley.
- Garnish with sliced lemon.
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Nutrition
Calories: 100.43kcalCarbohydrates: 5.79gProtein: 3.48gFat: 7.69gSaturated Fat: 4.57gCholesterol: 19.88mgSodium: 188.84mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 3.38g
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