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Zucchini "Pasta" with Tomato Sauce
A healthy and delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, featuring spiralized zucchini topped with a flavorful tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 pieces zucchinis (about 4 cups, cut into thin noodles with a vegetable spiralizer)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon basil (chopped)
- for garnish Parmesan cheese (if desired)
Instructions
- Add oil to a large saucepan. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Stir in basil and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh basil for best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.