Espaguetis de Calabacín

Espaguetis de Calabacín is a delightful low-carb Spanish pasta dish that features zucchini noodles tossed in a savory garlic and tomato sauce. This healthy alternative is vibrant, fresh, and perfect for a light meal any time of the day.

Espaguetis de Calabacín
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
210 kcal

Ingredients

  • Zucchini - 2 medium-sized
  • Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
  • Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create noodles from the zucchini and set them aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
  4. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss gently to combine with the sauce, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the noodles are slightly tender but still firm.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped basil, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

Tags

SpanishLow CarbPasta Dish