Zoodles with Marinara

Zoodles with Marinara is a delightful low-carb Italian dish that brings together spiralized zucchini and a rich, homemade marinara sauce. This vibrant meal is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 5 leaves, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated (optional)

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create zoodles.
2. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. While the sauce is simmering, in a separate pan, lightly sauté the zoodles in a bit of olive oil for 3-4 minutes until tender but still al dente.
5. Once the marinara sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped fresh basil.
6. Serve the zoodles topped with the marinara sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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