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The Ultimate Quick Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles (The ‘No-Soggy’ Method)

Close-up of a white bowl filled with fresh zucchini noodles tossed in sauce and topped generously with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
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Make perfect, non-soggy zucchini noodles every time with this fast Garlic Parmesan recipe. This low carb pasta alternative is ready in minutes for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer to create spaghetti-like strands. You need about 4 cups of noodles.
  2. Place the zucchini noodles in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes. This draws out excess water to prevent sogginess.
  3. Gently press the noodles with a paper towel or clean kitchen cloth to remove more moisture. Discard the liquid in the bowl.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  5. Add the drained zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss constantly for 1 to 2 minutes. You want the noodles heated through but still slightly crisp. Overcooking makes them watery.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately. Toss in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts slightly and coats the noodles.
  7. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • To avoid soggy zucchini noodles, do not skip the salting and draining step. This is the key to a firm texture.
  • Use a sharp spiralizer for the best noodle shape. If you do not have one, you can use a vegetable peeler to create wide ribbons, which work well for this dish.
  • This recipe works best as an immediate meal. If you must meal prep, store the cooked noodles and sauce separately and combine just before eating.

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