Lemon Garlic Zucchini Noodles Fresh and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• to taste salt and pepper
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
• for garnish fresh basil

Instructions

1. Begin by spiralizing the zucchinis into noodles. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
4. Incorporate the spiralized zucchini into the skillet, tossing gently to coat in the garlic oil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini is slightly tender but still al dente.
5. While cooking, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the zucchini noodles. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Once the zucchini noodles are cooked to your liking, fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the tomatoes are warmed through.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for a delightful umami kick.
8. Serve the lemon garlic zucchini noodles immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves for added flavor and color.