Lemon Garlic Zoodles with Cherry Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella
June 28, 2020
Zucchini noodles, or “zoodles,” are a low-calorie alternative to wheat pasta that are easy to prepare and delicious to eat. The lemon and garlic sauce in this recipe pairs well with the noodles and enhances their delicate flavor.
Timesaving tip: Look for ready-to-use zoodles in our produce department.
SERVINGS
4
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
15 min
Ingredients
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3tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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4cloves slivered garlic
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1/4teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 1/2pounds (2 packages) L&B Zucchini Noodles
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3tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1teaspoon fresh lemon zest
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1cup organic cherry tomatoes, halved
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1cup fresh cubed mozzarella pieces or pearls
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2tablespoons fresh organic basil, in ribbons
Directions
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1
In a skillet, sauté olive oil, garlic and hot red pepper flakes (optional) over medium-high to high heat for 15-30 seconds until golden but not brown or burnt.
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2
Add zoodles to pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, tossing and turning zoodles throughout. Add lemon juice and lemon zest halfway through cooking.
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3
Have a colander/strainer ready with a bowl underneath and dump the zoodles into the colander, reserving the liquid. Let it drain until no more liquid is dripping and then add this liquid back to the pan. Reduce liquid at high heat for 3 minutes.
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4
Place zoodles into a large serving dish. Drizzle the lemony sauce over the zoodles and top further with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and basil chiffonade. Season to taste.