Dairy-Free Zucchini Pasta with Garlic Lemon Sauce
Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant Dairy-Free Zucchini Pasta with Garlic Lemon Sauce, a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pasta. Featuring zucchini noodles as the star ingredient, this gluten-free, low-carb dish is tossed in a zesty sauce made from fresh garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, delivering bold flavor without any dairy. A sprinkle of nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy depth, while red pepper flakes provide a gentle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a light main course or a refreshing side dish, and it’s loaded with fresh herbs for a bright, aromatic finish. Perfect for plant-based eaters or anyone seeking a wholesome, delicious meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends off the zucchini and use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles. If you do not have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or regular vegetable peeler to create long, thin strips resembling pasta.
Step 2
Place the zucchini noodles in a colander and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 3
Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley. Set both aside.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.
Step 6
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat them in the garlic lemon sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini noodles are just tender but still have a slight crunch.
Step 7
Sprinkle in the nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Toss to ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the zucchini pasta with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 9
Serve immediately, either as a light main course or as a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (885.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 596.4 |
| Total Fat 30.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8654.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 72.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.3g | |
| Protein 15.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 168.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2092.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories