Zoodle Primavera

Zoodle Primavera is a vibrant and healthy low-carb twist on a classic pasta dish, featuring spiralized zucchini and an array of colorful vegetables. It's a light and refreshing meal that's perfect for any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer to create zoodles and set them aside.
2. Julienne the bell pepper and carrot, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the bell pepper and carrot to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
6. Add the zoodles to the skillet and toss everything together for about 2-3 minutes until the zoodles are just tender but still have a bite.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbs, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.

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