Paleo Spaghetti Aglio Olio
Transform your favorite Italian classic into a healthy and vibrant delight with this Paleo Spaghetti Aglio Olio. Featuring tender, spiralized zucchini noodles as a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to pasta, this recipe is a quick and flavorful dinner option perfect for paleo and clean-eating enthusiasts. Sautéed garlic and red pepper flakes infuse extra virgin olive oil with bold, aromatic flavors, while a final touch of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice brighten the dish beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this effortless yet elegant meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or a light, satisfying lunch. Serve it piping hot, and for those who crave extra heat, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to finish. Experience the taste of tradition in a modern, health-conscious way!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces zucchini (medium-sized, for noodles)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 pieces garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0 black pepper (freshly cracked, to taste)
Directions
Step 1
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the zucchini. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or purchase pre-spiralized zucchini noodles. Pat the noodles dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until it becomes golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Step 5
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the garlicky olive oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the noodles are just tender but still slightly crisp (al dente).
Step 6
Remove the skillet from heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Toss everything together to combine.
Step 7
Serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (888.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 652.0 |
| Total Fat 58.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 646.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.2g | |
| Protein 11.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 195.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2240.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories