Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Basil
We have heard since we came out the womb -- eat your veggies! I am here to tell you that you will LOVE eating your veggies this way! These Zucchini Noodles (aka "Zoodles") will have you begging for vegetables. What is my number one rule when making food at home? Bring on the flavor using spices, herbs, and seasonings to bring out the natural flavors in your foods.
These Spiralized Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes are made with fresh zucchini sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with fresh garlic, roasted grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. I will take this side dish every single day!
The beauty of zucchini is that it is low in calories (about 33 calories for one medium zucchini!) and full of Vitamin C, Magnesium, and B Vitamins. It is a low-calorie food with many nutritional benefits. Plus it tastes amazing! Yes, I just said that a vegetable tastes amazing.
How to make Zucchini Noodles aka Spiralized Zucchini?
I just bought an inexpensive spiralizer for about 15 bucks and it works like a charm. It can make thin noodles or thick ribbons. I've also heard rave reviews about the Paderno spiralizer.
How long do Spiralized Zucchini Noodles need to be sauteed for?
It depends on the size. If the zucchini is cut into a thin noodle, it needs less time -- about 2 minutes. If you are using a thicker ribbon cut zucchini noodle, it may need 5-6 minutes.
What Tomatoes to use with the Zucchini Ribbons?
I prefer to use grape tomatoes in various colors. You can roast them ahead of time in the oven or throw them in with the zucchini after a few minutes of cooking. If you desire oven roasted tomatoes, preheat the oven to 400 degrees and drizzle extra virgin olive oil all over the grape tomatoes. Sprinkle with sea salt and roast for 10-15 minutes, or until tomatoes begin to burst open.
How to serve Zucchini Noodles?
Top with extra-virgin olive oil, a good amount of salt, fresh mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. You can even use fresh burrata cheese, which would be outstanding. This is such a fresh and delicious side dish!
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Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, and Basil
Ingredients
- 4 - 5 Zucchini large sized
- 2 Tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 Garlic Cloves diced
- 1-2 teaspoons Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
- 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella or Ciliegine Balls
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- Fresh Basil Ribbons
Instructions
- Using a spiralizer, spiralize zucchini into noodles or ribbons.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and zucchini. After cooking for 1 minute, add garlic and *tomatoes (if you want to use oven roasted tomatoes, read note below).
- Continue to cook until al dente or desired tenderness.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper and season to taste.
- When ready to serve, top with fresh mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and basil ribbons.
- *If you desire oven roasted tomatoes, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread tomatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 Tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until tomatoes begin to burst. Add to zucchini right before serving.
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Helen L Hudak
I followed this recipe exactly as written! Our family loved it! I roasted the tomatoes which were delicious. I will definitely make this again. Delicious! Thank you for a great recipe!
Haley
I love that you added mozzarella to the recipe.