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Zucchini Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Zucchini spaghetti, or zoodles, originated as a creative way to enjoy pasta-like dishes while reducing carbs. This dish is particularly popular in the summer when zucchini is in season, and it reflects a growing trend towards healthier eating. Today, zucchini spaghetti is embraced by those following gluten-free or low-carb diets, making it a versatile option for many.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium zucchini
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup coriander leaves
1/4 cup cashew nuts
2-3 chilies
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup water
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

1

Cut the zucchini into two halves.

2

Lock the zucchini into the spiralizer and spiralize to create zucchini noodles.

3

Place the spiralized zucchini in cold water.

4

Prepare the coriander pesto by snipping coriander leaves and adding them to a blender.

5

Add cashew nuts, chilies, garlic, and a touch of salt to the blender.

6

Add vegetable oil and Parmesan cheese to the blender and grind to a coarse or fine paste.

7

Transfer the coriander pesto to a wok and add half a cup of water.

8

Turn on the flame and allow the water to boil for a couple of seconds.

9

Drain the zucchini noodles and add them to the boiling pesto sauce.

10

Cook the zucchini noodles for precisely 30 seconds, gently mixing with tongs or tweezers.

11

Lightly sprinkle salt over the zucchini noodles as they will shrink and shrivel.

12

Add cherry tomatoes and a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top.

13

Finish with some black pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

spiralizingsautéing

Equipment Needed

spiralizerskilletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freedairy-freeegg-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbpaleo

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

ZoodlesZucchini Noodles
Local Name: Spaghetti di zucchini

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