Amazing Zucchini Noodle Alfredo: 1 Guilt-Free Dish
Enjoy a guilt-free pasta dinner with this Zucchini Noodle Alfredo. It’s a lighter take on the classic, packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let it brown.
- Pour in the heavy cream. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently to coat them completely with the Alfredo sauce. Cook for only 1-2 minutes; you want the noodles warm but still slightly crisp.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if you like.
Notes
- Spiralize the zucchini just before cooking for the best texture.
- For an even lighter sauce, you can substitute half the heavy cream with low-fat milk, though the consistency will change.
- If you prefer softer noodles, cook them in the simmering sauce for an extra minute, but be cautious not to overcook them into mush.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Approx. 4g
- Sodium: Approx. 400mg
- Fat: Approx. 30g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 12g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 11g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 90mg
