Can I use other types of pasta?

Yes! You can replace zucchini noodles with any pasta of your choice.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

If you use gluten-free noodles, it can be gluten-free!

How can I make this dish vegan?

Simply use mushrooms instead of chicken and ensure the sauce is vegan.

Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce recipe

Name: Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 200 g zucchini or palmito noodles; 1/2 unit onion; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 units Italian tomatoes; to taste salt; to taste black pepper; optional microgreens; 200 g shredded chicken or mushrooms

Indulge in our Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce, a delightful blend of fresh ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a healthy meal, this dish combines the crunch of zucchini with the richness of homemade tomato sauce and your choice of protein. Ideal for any occasion!

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Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce recipe

Author: Bite Chase Cooking Method: Boiling, Sauteing Cuisine: Brazilian, Italian Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 10 Calories: 350

Best Season: Summer

Dietary:

G Gluten-Free L Low-Carb R Raw

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Ingredients for Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce

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Main Ingredients

200 g zucchini or palmito noodles (cooked in salted water)
¹⁄₂ unit onion (grated)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 units Italian tomatoes
to taste salt
to taste black pepper
optional microgreens (for decoration)
200 g shredded chicken or mushrooms (for vegetarian option use mushrooms)

Instructions

Preparation

Cook the noodles

In a pot, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent. Season with salt and pepper, then add the tomatoes and your choice of protein.
Combine and serve

Place the cooked zucchini noodles in a deep plate and top with the tomato sauce mixture. Garnish with microgreens and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1387kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 53.1g82%
Saturated Fat 12.9g65%
Trans Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 318mg106%
Sodium 197.1mg9%
Potassium 1540.4mg45%
Total Carbohydrate 158.0g53%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g43%
Sugars 12.9g
Protein 68.5g137%

Vitamin A 219.32 IU
Vitamin C 41.53 mg
Calcium 131.11 mg
Iron 10.69 mg
Vitamin D 1.00 IU
Vitamin E 4.62 IU
Vitamin K 31.81 mcg
Thiamin 2.50 mg
Riboflavin 1.16 mg
Niacin 31.91 mg
Vitamin B6 1.40 mg
Folate 800.77 mcg
Vitamin B12 1.20 mcg
Phosphorus 853.16 mg
Magnesium 189.31 mg
Zinc 6.98 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This dish is versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or change the protein!

Keywords: zucchini noodles, tomato sauce, healthy meal, vegetarian, quick recipe

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Sarah Brown

November 19, 2024

Perfect for a quick dinner. I added some chili flakes for a kick!
Michael Smith

November 18, 2024

Great recipe! Easy to follow and delicious. Will make again.
Emily Johnson

November 17, 2024

Absolutely loved this dish! The flavors were amazing and it’s so healthy.

Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce recipe