Learn how to make delicious Savory Zucchini Noodles by following an easy step by step recipe. Serves 1 person. Multiply by number of servings needed.
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini, noodlized
- 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
- Pinch of red pepper flakes, crushed
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 4 small mozzarella balls
- 1-2 basil leaves, torn into pieces
- 1/4 tsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp cashews, chopped
- 1 Tbsp dried cranberries
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cut zucchini into long noodles so they are about the length of spaghetti. One way to do this is use a spiralizer.
- Over medium heat, add olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes to a large, deep frying pan. When oil begins to bubble around garlic, add zucchini noodles. Toss noodles and cook until al dente. They should be wilted, but still have some crunch; about 5-7 minutes.
- As noodles cook, keep tossing so all spend time on the bottom of the frying pan.
- Stir in tomato and basil. Cook for another minute.
- Use pasta tongs to transfer noodles to a dinner plate, leaving the liquid in the frying pan.
- Bring the liquid remaining in the pan to a simmer.
- Combine cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl. Add to simmering liquid, whisking as you add. Continue whisking until liquid thickens into a sauce, about 1 minute. Taste sauce and season with salt as needed.
- Pour sauce over the cooked and seasoned zucchini noodles. Add mozzarella balls and sprinkle with dry cranberries and chopped cashews.
