Zucchini Noodles with Cherry Tomatoes, the Spiralizer Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini or summer squash, about 8″ (20cm) long
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- handful fresh basil leaves, finely sliced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- To finish:
- 2 tbs good olive oil
- 1 tbs white Balsamic vinegar
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 503g | |
| Calories 434 | |
| Calories from Fat 324 | 75% |
| Total Fat 36.73g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat 5.09g | 20% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 41mg | 2% |
| Potassium 997mg | 28% |
| Total Carbs 25.4g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 16% |
| Sugars 15.47g | 10% |
| Protein 4.86g | 8% |
Reviews
July 31, 2015
I love my spiralizer and I like my zucchini noodles sautéed too. Looks deliciousI've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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