Low Carb Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this quick and flavorful Low Carb Pasta recipe, featuring tender zucchini noodles tossed in a creamy Parmesan garlic sauce! Perfect for keto and gluten-free lifestyles, this dish swaps traditional pasta for spiralized zucchini, creating a light yet satisfying alternative. With a luscious blend of heavy cream, Parmesan, and a hint of red pepper flakes for spice, this 25-minute recipe is as indulgent as it is low-carb. Fresh garlic and parsley bring vibrant flavor, while the zucchini noodles maintain their crisp texture for a perfectly balanced bite. Whether you're looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing alternative to classic pasta, this dish is sure to impress! Serve it as is or pair with your favorite protein for a complete, guilt-free meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Use a spiralizer, julienne peeler, or sharp knife to cut the zucchini into noodle shapes, set aside.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 6
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 7
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing them gently in the sauce until coated.
Step 8
Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the zucchini noodles are slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 9
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1012.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1185.7 |
| Total Fat 88.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 180mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9702.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.6g | |
| Protein 32.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 808.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1819.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories