I admit I joined the zoodle party very late because I thought cooking them would be tedious until I found out they are fairly easy to make. For those who are new to them, Zoodles are simply noodles made from zucchini squash and they have half the calories and are more nutritious than regular pasta. This makes them a healthy choice for those on weight loss journeys or even those who just want a healthier option.
How to make Zoodles
There are 3 key things you need to know in order to make great zoodles:
- You will need a gadget to make the zucchini into noodle shapes. Some people like to use a knife to cut the zucchini into strips which is fine but it doesn’t create that real noodle shape. I use a small little gadget called a veggetti which a friend got me. The veggetti costs less that $20 and can be found at target or kohl’s. They also have some fancy and slightly expensive spiralizer machines that you can get if you dont mind spending the bucks.
- Zucchini squash naturally contain a lot of water, therefore its important to squeeze out as much water as you can from the squash to prevent soggy noodles. This step is very important if you want to make noodles with the right texture. In order extract a lot of water from the zucchini the trick is to generously add salt to the noodles then wrap them in a clean towel. After 15 minutes squeeze the water using the towel as the sieve.
- Do not overcook the noodles. My suggestion is to sauté’ the noodles in olive oil for about 2 minutes. Some like to eat them raw too if that is your style.
Now that you have your perfect zoodles the next step is to make a fun dish with them. There are many ways to eat noodles however my favorite way to eat them is with a meat sauce and I also like to coat them with a light dressing made with olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs and pepper.
So the next time you are grabbing that box of pasta try this lovely alternative, you will be glad you did!
Kristin Bassett says
August 16, 2016 at 7:07 pmWhat a mighty nice friend to get you a veggetti 😉
Agnes says
August 17, 2016 at 1:02 pmShe surely is, I am glad you got it for me. I am hooked!
Elaine says
August 17, 2016 at 5:24 pmI still don’t own a spiralizer…I need one!! Looks great I’m going to ask for one for my anniversary! I joining the craze late too!
Leah says
August 17, 2016 at 8:50 pmI love zoodles, now just to get myself a spiralizer!
jehava says
August 17, 2016 at 9:58 pmI have to get one of those! This is so much healthier than noodles but, I always wander how to make them! Thanks!
Bree Hogan says
August 18, 2016 at 12:38 amZoodles are such a staple in my household. So easy and totally delicious!
DANI CC says
August 18, 2016 at 12:00 pmYour instructions are lovely. We enjoy substituting pasta noodles for Zoodles!
valerie hansen says
August 22, 2016 at 7:48 pmYummy! I love this vegetable..one of my fav’s! I have thought of doing the noodles, as I don’t tolerate pasta well and the gluten free options are so gross..ha! Your pictures are so yum looking…I shall have to try this soon!
Valerie
Agnes says
August 22, 2016 at 10:35 pmIt took me a while to start too, but now I am hooked.
Maggie Unzueta says
August 22, 2016 at 8:38 pmI sooooo need to bust out my spiralizer. Zoodles are awesome!
Agnes says
August 22, 2016 at 10:34 pmThey really are awesome aren’t they!
Ruthie says
August 22, 2016 at 9:02 pmThats it, I am going out to get this little gadget tonight!! I have all the ingredients to make this dish!!! YUM
Agnes says
August 22, 2016 at 10:34 pmawesome! you will be hooked, I promise
Katherine says
August 22, 2016 at 9:39 pmLove this! I am recently obsessed with zoodles – this is such a delish looking recipe!
Agnes says
August 22, 2016 at 10:33 pmThank you Katherine, i am crazy about them too!
Heather with WELLFITandFED says
August 23, 2016 at 1:08 amThey are way too delicious! I use them all the time and alternate between those and spaghetti squash. I will do carrot noodles too sometimes for colour.
Kirsten says
August 23, 2016 at 4:13 pmI love zoodles! They are such a great pasta replacement. I just made a recipe with them a few weeks ago!
http://thewanderingbrunette.com
Agnes says
August 23, 2016 at 9:20 pmagree, they are an awesome pasta replacement
Portia @ Obsessed by Portia says
August 26, 2016 at 7:21 pmSo yummy! I actually eat them raw and love them1