How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (2024)

Pin

Share

Tweet

Have you ever wondered how to cook zoodles? We have some of the best tips for making zoodles along with 30 of the best zoodles recipes on the internet.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (1)

Have you ever tried zoodles? They are a great low-carb, gluten free, healthy option for pasta and they even taste great! Seriously! They have a great texture that is pretty darn close to spaghetti. So if you’re trying to eat healthier this is a great way to feel like you’re eating a huge comforting plate of noodles without all the carbs. There are so many great ways to make zoodles and we’ve rounded up 30 of the best recipes for you to check out. Click on the link below each picture to find the direction to each recipe. I know you’ll find a new favorite zoodles recipe here!

Before we get to the recipes here are some tips to help you make zoodles:

Tips for making zoodles:

  • You can julienne your zucchini or even use a potato peeler, but that obviously takes more time than buying a spiralizer. They aren’t too much money (this one is less than $10!) and worth the investment if you like zoodles. And a spiralizer works for more veggies than just zucchini.
  • Try to buy zucchini that is straight for the most part, it makes it easier to turn them into noodles.
  • Cut the tips off of the zucchini so that they can secure on your zoodle maker more easily.
  • If you do have a bent zucchini you can make your zoodles in sections to make the process easier if you have a really long zucchini.
  • If you don’t get it right the first time don’t panic! It took me a couple of tries to feel like I knew what I was doing.
  • After making your zoodles place them on a paper towel on the counter and sprinkle with salt and let them sweat for 20-30 minutes. This helps release a lot of the moisture so you don’t end up with soggy noodles.
  • Zoodles don’t take long to cook. You basically just need to warm them up because if they cook too much they’ll be mushy. So you’re looking at 1-2 minutes!
  • One of the best parts of substituting zoodles for pasta is that you don’t have to cook them separately. You can cook them in the same pan with whatever sauce your making until they’re done.

If you’re looking for a zoodle maker (also known as a spiralizer), these are a few that I really like (click on the photos to check them out):

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (2)
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (3)

How to cook zoodles – 30 awesome recipes:

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Zoodles from My Mommy Style

Delicious chicken in a light cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes served over zoodles.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (5)
Korean BBQ zoodles from My Mommy Style

Packed with vegetables and flavor, these zoodles are topped with carrots, peppers and Korean meatballs.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (6)
Zucchini noodles with creamy avocado pesto from Eat Yourself Skinny

This vegetarian meal is super filling and so healthy. This creamy dish is good served cold too, if you like raw veggies. Or you can serve it warm for more of a pasta feel.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (7)
Garlic Parmesan Zoodles from Gimme Delicious

Flavorful and fragrant dish made with butter, garlic and parmesan. This healthy and delicious dinner has four ingredients and is ready in under 10 minutes.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (8)
Lemon garlic chicken zoodles from The Iron You

This is a delicious one skillet dinner, 30 minute meal with cherry tomatoes, chicken, lemon, garlic, parsley and fresh zucchini.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (9)
One-pot zoodles and meatballs from The Kitchn

A quick and easy twist on the family favorite. Using pre-made frozen meatballs makes this one pan meal even faster.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (10)
Cilantro lime shrimp scampi with zoodles from Closet Cooking

Combining the classic scampi flavor with cilantro and lime for a huge punch of flavor in this healthy dinner.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (11)
Bruschetta grilled chicken zoodle bowls from Whitney Bond

Zucchini noodles topped with tomato bruschetta and grilled chicken. Healthy and delicious!

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (12)Stir fry zoodles from Diethood

This recipes not only has spiralized zucchini, but also spiralized onions. They’re tossed with teriyaki sauce and toasted sesame seeds for a delicious and low carb stir fry.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (13)
Zoodles with healthy turkey meat sauce from Classy Clutter

Ground turkey and marinara sauce simmered with some herbs. This is a classic, family favorite dinner with a healthy twist.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (14)
Peanut chicken zoodles from Sally’s Baking Addiction

Simple Asian inspired, peanut chicken zucchini noodles. Light, flavorful and ready in 40 minutes.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (15)
Spiralized greek salad from Pretty Providence

Fresh greek salad with salty kalamata olives, grape tomatoes and feta cheese.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (16)
One-pot teriyaki chicken with zoodles from Life Made Sweeter

All the flavors of family favorite teriyaki chicken served with zoodles. You can easily add extra veggies if you’d like and this is made in one skillet for quick cleanup.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (17)
Honey Sriracha chicken zucchini zoodles from Rasa Malaysia

Healthy noodles with sweet and spicy Sriracha chicken.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (18)
Sausage and peppers with zoodles from Two Peas in Their Pod

Sweet and spicy Italian sausage with peppers, onions, and zucchini noodles in a simple garlic tomato sauce.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (19)
One pan skillet lasagna zoodles from Life Made Sweeter

Zucchini noodles made wide to resemble lasagna noodles in this cheesy and delicious one pan lasagna dish.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (20)
Roasted garlic and red pepper zoodles from Running on Real Food

Zucchini noodles with a healthy and flavorful sauce made from roasted garlic and red pepper.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (21)
Creamy sun dried tomato and Parmesan chicken zoodles from Cafe Delites

Delicious cream based sauce with sun dried tomatoes and garlic and parmesan cheese, pan fried chicken strips served with zoodles.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (22)
Chicken piccata over zoodles from Kim’s Cravings

Classic lemony chicken piccata served over zoodles to keep it low carb.

How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (23)
Garlic lime cashew zoodles from Salt and Lavender
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (24)
Chow mein made with zoodles from Paleo Hacks
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (25)
Creamy chicken mushroom zoodles from My Zucchini Recipes
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (26)
One-pan Mongolian beef zoodles from Life Made Sweeter
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (27)
Coconut curry zoodle soup from 40 Aprons
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (28)
Chicken parmesan with zoodles from Pinch of Yum
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (29)
Chicken and zoodle caprese from Skinny Taste
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (30)
Drunken zucchini noodles from Kirbie Cravings
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (31)

Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow our YouTube Channel, and watch our day to day happenings on Pinterest and Instagram!

Posts may contain affiliate links. If you purchase a product through an affiliate link your cost will be the same, but My Mommy Style will receive a small commission. Your support is greatly appreciated!

You might also like:

Camille

Hello! I am Camille, a wife, mother of four, Disney obsessed, certified teacher, and reality optimist. Motherhood comes with its ups and downs, and I hope while you’re here you’ll find something that makes your #momlife easier!

Pin

Share

Tweet

Related Posts

Lean and Green Garlic Chicken with Zoodles
4 Fall-Friendly Healthy Freezer Meals
15 Healthy Halibut Recipes
How to cook zoodles - 30 awesome recipes (2024)

FAQs

How do you cook zoodles so they're not soggy? ›

Tip 5: Don't over-cook your noodles

To avoid soggy and limp noodles, I recommend cooking for only 3-5 minutes (5 if you're cooking more than 1-2 spiralized zucchinis) and tossing frequently. You want a slightly al dente noodle.

Should you salt zucchini noodles before cooking? ›

Add zucchini noodles. Toss with tongs and let the zucchini cook for just a minute or two. Remove from heat and add to sauce or add some salt and eat as is. Note: Don't salt the zucchini before you saute it; the noodles will release more water and they'll end up limp.

How do you cook store bought zucchini noodles? ›

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, then season the water generously with salt. Add the zucchini noodles and cook until the noodles are crisp tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Use tongs or a spider to immediately transfer the zoodles to a large bowl filled with ice water.

How do you make frozen zoodles less watery? ›

To prevent frozen zucchini noodles from releasing excess water, it is important to cook them at a high heat. This helps to evaporate the moisture more quickly.

Why is my sauteed zucchini mushy? ›

Zucchini is made of over 90% water. When cooked, it gets soft and slowly releases that water into whatever dish you're cooking. If zucchini is overcooked, it will have a mushy, soft texture.

Why is my zucchini so slimy when I cook it? ›

Things You Should Know. If you see mold, black spots, browning, yellowing, shriveling, or wrinkling on the skin of your zucchini, it has likely gone bad. A soft, mushy, or slimy texture also indicates spoilage.

Why do you soak zucchini before cooking? ›

The main problem that confronts the cook when preparing zucchini is its wateriness. Zucchini is 95 percent water (among vegetables, only lettuce contains more water) and will become soupy if it is just thrown into a hot pan.

Are zoodles healthier than pasta? ›

Benefits of Eating Zucchini Noodles

If you are trying to eat low-carb, that is a huge difference! More fiber: Zucchini contains more grams of fiber per serving than regular pasta, which helps your digestive function, aids in weight loss, helps control blood sugar levels, lowers cholesterol, and more.

Are you supposed to boil zoodles? ›

Can I Boil Zucchini Noodles? Never boil your spiralized zucchini noodles! If you're serving the zoodles in a liquid or sauce, that's ok. But boiling noodles for other dishes, like sauces or salads will guarantee that they come out soggy and watery.

Are you meant to cook zoodles? ›

Don't! We like our regular pasta with a nice al dente bite, and the same goes for cooking zoodles! If you serve a warm sauce over the noodles, it will gently heat them through, so no actual cooking is necessary.

Do cooked zoodles freeze well? ›

Certainly, zoodles (or zucchini noodles) can be frozen for up to 12 months.

Does frozen zucchini get mushy? ›

Frozen zucchini will be mushy when it thaws, so it's best used in recipes where the texture isn't essential-- like in soups, curries, and frozen smoothies. It also can be thawed and used in a blended recipe, like my Zucchini Hummus.

Should you cook zucchini noodles before freezing? ›

Yes, you can freeze zucchini without blanching it first. However, if you blanch it first, it will help deactivate the enzymes that can make it more mushy and discolored.

How do you firm up zucchini? ›

Arrange the zucchini pieces into a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (It will stick to the pan if you don't line it first!) Freeze the zucchini for about 1 hour, until it's firm to the touch, then transfer it to an airtight container to preserve the flavor as you store it.

How long to salt zucchini to remove moisture? ›

If you do not have kosher salt on hand, use a teaspoon or so of regular table salt. 1. Place zucchini slices in colander and sprinkle with 2 teaspoons salt. Set colander over bowl until about 1/3 cup water drains from zucchini, about 30 minutes.

How do you make soggy noodles crispy? ›

While you can't go back in time and un-boil your pasta, you can sauté it in a bit of oil or butter. The dry heat in the pan will crisp up the edges of your soggy noodles, which will somewhat save the day.

Do zucchini noodles get soft? ›

A very quick pan sauté.

I gently toss them with the other veggies and/or sauce for about a minute over medium heat, just until they're warmed through. Don't cook them any longer, or they'll get soft and watery.

References

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Laurine Ryan

Last Updated:

Views: 6404

Rating: 4.7 / 5 (77 voted)

Reviews: 84% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Laurine Ryan

Birthday: 1994-12-23

Address: Suite 751 871 Lissette Throughway, West Kittie, NH 41603

Phone: +2366831109631

Job: Sales Producer

Hobby: Creative writing, Motor sports, Do it yourself, Skateboarding, Coffee roasting, Calligraphy, Stand-up comedy

Introduction: My name is Laurine Ryan, I am a adorable, fair, graceful, spotless, gorgeous, homely, cooperative person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.