Courgette Zucchini Pasta with Chili Garlic Parmesan
Transform your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Courgette Zucchini Pasta with Chili Garlic Parmesan—a zoodle-based recipe that's as healthy as it is indulgent. This quick, 25-minute dish features tender zucchini noodles tossed in a bold combination of garlic-infused olive oil, spicy chili flakes, and tangy lemon juice. Finished with a generous shower of freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley, it strikes the perfect balance of light and comforting. Whether you're embracing a low-carb lifestyle or simply want to try something new, this gluten-free pasta alternative delivers on taste and elegance without the heaviness of traditional pasta. Serve it as a satisfying vegetarian main or a versatile side dish for any meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini (courgettes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, create zucchini noodles (zoodles). Set them aside in a colander to drain any excess moisture.
Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves finely and chop the parsley leaves.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet, stirring frequently to prevent burning, until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
Step 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the zucchini noodles. Toss them gently with tongs to coat in the garlic-chili oil, cooking for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still al dente.
Step 6
Season the noodles with salt and black pepper. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the noodles and toss to combine.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the noodles. Toss to evenly distribute.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Optionally, sprinkle with additional chili flakes and Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (961.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 806.4 |
| Total Fat 59.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 88.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1881.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.3g | |
| Protein 42.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1032.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2023.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories