Fideos de Calabaza

Fideos de Calabaza is a delicious low-carb twist on traditional Spanish pasta, featuring spiralized zucchini in a savory tomato and pumpkin sauce. This dish is both hearty and healthy, making it perfect for a comforting meal without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized
• Pumpkin puree - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 30 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the pumpkin puree, paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
5. In the meantime, spiralize the zucchini into noodle shapes.
6. Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.
8. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins A and C from pumpkin and zucchini, supporting immune health.

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