Name: Zucchini Noodle Cacio e Pepe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini (2 1/2 pounds), trimmed; Pinch of salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.75 teaspoon ground pepper, plus more to taste

Zucchini Noodle Cacio e Pepe

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Cheese and pepper star in this simple Italian dish. While the combo is traditionally tossed with pasta, we toss Parmesan cheese and freshly ground pepper with zucchini noodles instead for a lower-carb dish that helps you get in an extra serving of veggies. To simplify the recipe, look for prepackaged zucchini noodles in the produce section of your supermarket.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on March 13, 2020

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 cups

Nutrition Profile:

Low Carbohydrate Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

4 medium zucchini (2 1/2 pounds), trimmed
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, plus more to taste

Directions

Using a vegetable spiralizer, cut zucchini into long strips. Chop the long strands once or twice so they're not too long. Place the zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let drain for at least 15 minutes. Wrap in a large clean kitchen towel and squeeze to remove excess moisture.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in Parmesan and pepper. Serve with more pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

157	Calories
12g	Fat
9g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 157
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g	13%
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 13mg	4%
Vitamin A 541IU	11%
Vitamin C 35mg	39%
Folate 48mcg	12%
Sodium 323mg	14%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 1mg	5%
Magnesium 41mg	10%
Potassium 544mg	12%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.