Zucchini noodles, or as they’re also called “zoodles” are a healthier alternative to whole wheat pasta. Many people go after the zucchini noodles because they’re low in carbs and come with more nutrients than the regular pasta we’re used to eating. Many love their taste too, so if you haven’t tried it already now it’s the time.
The zucchini noodles can be combined with many different sauces, no matter if they’re vegan, paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free. There are so many to choose from and trust us, with the right recipes you will forget about those store-bought noodles!
Asian Zucchini Noodles
Ingredients: zucchini, green onions, coconut oil, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, coconut aminos (or soy sauce), almond butter, sesame seeds. Full recipe at slenderkitchen.com
Brown Butter Zucchini Noodles with Crispy Garlic
Ingredients: zucchini, butter, garlic, mushrooms, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper. Full recipe at heatherlikesfood.com
Sesame Ginger Zucchini Noodles
Ingredients: zucchini squash, sesame oil, almond butter, tahini, maple syrup, ginger, lime juice, black sesame seeds, mint or cilantro. Full recipe at paleoglutenfree.com
Shrimp and Scallop Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Ingredients: olive oil, shrimp, scallops, salt, pepper, garlic, white wine, zucchini, red pepper flakes. Full recipe at cookingwithbooks.net
Teriyaki Zucchini Noodles
Ingredients: zucchini, onion, garlic, low sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame seeds, low sodium teriyaki sauce, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, fresh cilantro. Full recipe at eatwell101.com
Zucchini Noodles with a Red Onion Leek and Avocado Sauce
Ingredients: zucchinis, lime juice, raw cashews, red onion, leek, vegetable stock cube, garlic, lemon juice, organic cold pressed coconut oil, black pepper. Full recipe at wellnesswithtaryn.com
Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Pesto & Shrimp
Ingredients: zucchini, salt, avocado, fresh basil, unsalted shelled pistachios, lemon juice, ground pepper, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, raw shrimp, Old Bay seasoning. Full recipe at eatingwell.com
Zucchini Noodles with Basil Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients: yellow onion, garlic, fresh basil (or arugula), pepitas (green pumpkin seeds), olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), red pepper flakes, salt, zucchini, cherry tomatoes. Full recipe at cookieandkate.com
Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Vegetable Marinara
Ingredients: zucchinis, carrots, onion, garlic, ground turkey, olive oil, tomatoes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh basil. Full recipe at kitchengonerogue.com
Zucchini Pasta with Lentil Bolognese
Ingredients: olive oil, shallot, garlic, carrots, sea salt, marinara sauce (or tomato sauce), red pepper flakes, dried basil, dried oregano, coconut sugar, red lentils, zucchini, vegan parmesan cheese (optional). Full recipe at minimalistbaker.com
