Simple Fresh Zucchini Pasta Sauce: A Delicious & Easy Meal
A quick and delicious zucchini pasta sauce that brings fresh flavors to your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: sauce
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchinis to create noodles.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cherry tomatoes.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are warmed through.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add sour cream or cream cheese.
- Pair with your favorite pasta for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: zucchini pasta sauce, fresh zucchini, easy pasta sauce, quick meal