Mushroom Zucchini Pasta
This Mushroom Zucchini Pasta is a simple dish with absolutely amazing flavor and is a great way to get some veggies into your diet. On the table in just 20 minutes for a great weeknight dinner option.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 12 oz. spaghetti (or pasta of your choice)
- 2 medium zucchini shredded and all moisture pressed out
- 8 oz. crimini mushrooms chopped, button also work
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Set a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan, then add the garlic. When the garlic starts to sizzle in the oil, add the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper to taste and the red pepper flakes; sauté for 3 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and sauté for 4 more minutes.
- Add hot, drained pasta to the pan. Toss spaghetti with the zucchini and mushroom mixture.
- Add the Parmesan and mix to combine. Serve hot and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 483mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 1mg