Zucchini Noodles with Tzatziki

Zucchini Noodles with Tzatziki is a refreshing and healthy low-carb dish, perfect for a light Greek brunch. The crispness of the zucchini paired with the creamy, tangy tzatziki makes for a delightful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis - spiralized
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
• 1 small cucumber - grated and drained
• 1 clove garlic - minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill - chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create noodle-like strands.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the tzatziki sauce.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the spiralized zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and season the zucchini noodles with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
5. Serve the zucchini noodles topped with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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