Zoodles à la Crème

Zoodles à la Crème is a delightful low-carb French dish that transforms zucchini into a creamy pasta alternative, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. The rich sauce, infused with garlic and Parmesan, elevates the simple zoodles into a gourmet experience.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Heavy cream - 120ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parmesan cheese - 60g, grated
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create zoodles. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
4. Add the zoodles to the skillet, tossing well to coat them with the creamy sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the zoodles are just tender.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
6. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini.

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