Italian Style Zoodles Recipe with fresh veggies and herbs makes a healthy and satisfying low -carb meal in just 20-minutes. This Vegan Zoodles Recipe also is gluten-free and dairy-free. All you need is 20 minutes to make this easy flavorful summer zucchini recipe.
This zucchini pasta is a game-changer for anyone looking for a healthy, low-carb pasta alternative. The zoodles have a tender bite, perfectly complemented by the rich garlic and tomatoes making it very satisfying dinner.
This recipe is inspired by the freshest "farm to table dinner party" I had attended during our trip to Florence last summer. Healthy zucchini pasta made with all summery produce is best eaten al fresco. A good conversation on the outdoor patio, few sips of delicious drink and beautiful warm summer breeze will make this meal absolutely picture perfect.
How do I make Zoodles
To make zoodles, start by washing fresh zucchini and using a spiralizer to create noodle-like strands. You can make long, curly zucchini noodles in minutes. You have choice of thin or thick noodles too. This is a great gadget to add to your kitchen and you definitely want to have it in your repertoire!!
If you don't have a spiralizer, a julienne peeler or sharp knife works too. Lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in olive oil for a minute or two to keep them tender-crisp!
I also love zoodle pasta because it takes very little time to cook. Zucchinis are made up of 95% water. So it’s important to try and get out excess water so you don’t have soggy noodles. The easiest way to do this is by putting them in a colander in the sink, sprinkling them with a little salt and letting the water drain out. Then, just pat them dry with a paper towel and they’re crisp and ready to go!
Ingredients
Zucchini : Fresh Zucchini is the star ingredient. I use my favorite Spiralizer to make zucchini spaghetti.
Additional Flavoring and Veggies : I am using chopped onion and fresh tomatoes to add flavors. Minced garlic, Italian Seasoning, along with olive oil, salt pepper and red pepper flakes round up the flavors. You can also use homemade pesto sauce if you prefer saucy noodles.
How to Make Zoodle Pasta?
Spiralize your zucchini and set aside in colander or on paper towels so that any excess water is removed.
Drizzle olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sprinkle some salt and sauté for a couple of minutes till they become soft.
Then add chopped tomatoes and cook on high for few minutes. Add zucchini noodles, toss gently and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until tender. Fold in chopped basil. Mix well. Season with ground black pepper, chili flakes and Italian Seasoning. Serve warm and enjoy!
More Zucchini Recipes
- Thai Zucchini Noodles with peanut sauce
- Air Fryer Zucchini No Breading
- Zucchini Fritters in Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Instant Pot Zucchini Bread
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📖 Recipe
Delicious Italian Zucchini Noodles Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large zucchini spiralized
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
FOR THE SAUCE
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 medium tomatoes chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- Salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste
Instructions
- Spiralize your zucchini and set aside in colander or on paper towels so that any excess water is removed.
- Drizzle olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sprinkle some salt and sauté for a couple of minutes till they become soft.
- Then add chopped tomatoes and cook on high for few minutes. Add zucchini noodles, toss gently and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until tender. Fold in chopped basil. Mix well. Season with ground black pepper, chili flakes and Italian Seasoning. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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This recipe was originally published on August 14, 2018. It is revised with photos, links and details and re-published on April 24, 2025 !
Amit Iyer
I loved this recipe. Turned out super delicious and yummy 😋.
I added some colored peppers to make it look more colorful.
Thank you for this recipe 🙏
Sahana Saligram
This looks absolutely delicious and will be making them into noodles will make me like it. Definitely looks inviting enough to give it a shot.
Mina Joshi
Your dish looks delicious and using fresh tomatoes must make them taste lovely. Love zucchini noodles for lots of reasons but the main on is that Zucchini is Keto friendly.
admin
Love creating Keto dishes. Glad this helps !
Mayuri Patel
Wouldn't mind having these delicious looking healthy zoodles everyday. Beautiful click.
admin
Thanks Mayuri. It's always fun to try new combinations !!
Shobha Keshwani
This is really a healthy dish .. noodles made out of veggies. I had seen this in Chef Vikki Ratnani's show as well.