Zucchini Noodles with Basil, Lime, and Ginger

Spiralized zucchini noodles are tossed with fresh basil, lime, and ginger for a quick and refreshing side dish. I serve these with grilled chicken and pineapple skewers.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 94 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ lime, juiced
• 1 large zucchini
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 5 large basil leaves
• 1 (1 inch) piece ginger root, peeled and sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cut zucchini in half to help it fit in the spiralizer. Run each half through the large teeth of a vegetable spiralizer. Put zucchini noodles into a glass bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss with your hands to mix. Let rest for 10 minutes to remove excess water. Rinse and pat dry.

Step 2

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini noodles, basil leaves, and ginger. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the noodles are tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Do not stir so zucchini noodles stay intact. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat. Serve hot.