Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles Pasta

Fun and healthy dish using zucchini instead of traditional pasta noodles
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package 10.7 oz zucchini spiral cut
  • 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 TBS garlic squeeze tube
  • ¼ to ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • ~15 cherry tomatoes chopped
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • ½ cup basil leaves torn into pieces
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add olive oil, garlic, and the red pepper flakes to a large, deep skillet. Turn to medium heat. When the oil begins to bubble around the garlic, add the zucchini noodles. Toss the noodles with pasta tongs and cook until al dente — they should be wilted, but still have a crunch; 5-7 mins.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, basil, and parmesan cheese. Cook for 1 min. Use pasta tongs to transfer the noodles, tomatoes, and basil to a serving dish. Leave the liquid in the skillet.
  • Finish with more parmesan cheese on top and serve immediately.