Simple Way to Net Carbs In Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini Noodle Alfredo

Put the zucchini strips in a colander or strainer, sprinkle with a liberal amount of salt, and toss to coat.

Recipe Summary Zucchini Noodle Alfredo

A great alternative to pasta. Top with grilled chicken for a well-rounded meal.

Ingredients | Net Carbs In Zucchini Noodles

¼ cup pine nuts, or to taste (Optional)

4 zucchini, sliced

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms

1 cup chopped asparagus

2 ounces prosciutto, chopped

1 cup Alfredo sauce, or as desired

½ cup frozen peas, thawed

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 pinch white pepper

1 pinch nutmeg

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Directions

Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir pine nuts until fragrant and toasted, about 5 minutes.

Slice zucchini into noodle-shaped strands using a spiralizing device.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms, asparagus, and prosciutto until vegetables are tender and prosciutto is slightly crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.

Stir Alfredo sauce, peas, and zucchini into vegetable-prosciutto mixture; toss gently and simmer over low heat until sauce is heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Mix tomatoes into zucchini mixture and remove skillet from heat.

Ladle zucchini mixture into bowls and season with white pepper and nutmeg. Sprinkle basil and pine nuts over each.

Info | Net Carbs In Zucchini Noodles

prep: 10 mins cook: 15 mins total: 25 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings

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