Gluten-Free Zucchini Spaghetti with Garlic and Parmesan

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant, gluten-free zucchini spaghetti with garlic and Parmesan—a light yet satisfying twist on traditional pasta dishes! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe swaps carb-heavy noodles for spiralized zucchini "zoodles," creating a low-carb, veggie-packed base. Sautéed to tender-crisp perfection in garlic-infused olive oil and seasoned with a touch of red pepper flakes for optional heat, these zoodles are beautifully tossed with rich, savory Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes and bursting with flavor, this dish is an ideal quick-cook meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Whether you’re following a gluten-free lifestyle or simply looking for a creative way to enjoy zucchini, this recipe will be your go-to for wholesome, comforting dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium (approx. 6 inches each) Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly, then cut off both ends.

Step 2

Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles (commonly referred to as zoodles). If you don’t have a spiralizer, use a julienne peeler or mandoline to cut the zucchini into thin, noodle-like strips.

Step 3

Place the zucchini noodles in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry with a paper towel afterward.

Step 4

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 7

Increase the heat slightly and add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss to coat the zoodles evenly in the garlic-infused olive oil.

Step 8

Cook the zucchini noodles for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp (al dente). Do not overcook as they can become mushy.

Step 9

Season the zucchini noodles with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle half of the Parmesan cheese over the noodles. Toss to combine evenly.

Step 11

Transfer the zucchini spaghetti to serving plates and garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(912.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	864.8

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 10002.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 54.5g
Protein 40.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1033.0mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1816.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 27.7%