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Cilantro Lemon Zucchini Noodles

Side Dish
7 ingredients6 stepsSubmitted by Luisa Szakacs

Light zucchini noodles with cilantro-lemon.

Ingredients

  • 14 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
  • 21/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 33 tbsp olive oil
  • 44 cloves garlic, minced
  • 52 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 61/2 tsp sea salt
  • 71/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Spiralize or julienne zucchini into thin noodles, creating a light and fresh base for the dish.

  2. 2

    Mince garlic and chop fresh cilantro, preparing the flavor-boosting ingredients.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and lightly sauté the garlic until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss quickly, cooking for 1-2 minutes to warm through without making them soggy.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the noodles, and season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately as a light, clean, and refreshing meal.

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