Strike a low-carb beat by swapping out the pasta or spaghetti squash with zoodles or zucchini noodles in these great recipes.
41 Recipes That Long for Zucchini Noodles
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Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. The way it tastes, you'd think it takes a lot more effort, but it goes from prep to dinner table in half an hour. The recipe works well with any light fish, or even shrimp. —Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 203 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Garlic Salmon Linguine
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The garlic-seasoned main dish calls for handy pantry ingredients, including pasta and canned salmon. I serve it with asparagus, rolls and fruit. —Theresa Hagan, Glendale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 489 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Greek Chicken Penne
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It’s hard to believe a recipe this speedy could create such fresh, mouthwatering Mediterranean flavors. —Dawn Frihauf, Fort Morgan, Colorado
4/41
Sesame Noodles with Shrimp & Snap Peas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Stir-fries and busy nights are a match made in heaven. For a boost of vibrant color and freshness, I sometimes stir in chopped cilantro just before I serve it from the pan. —Nedra Schell, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 418 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 646mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 8g fiber), 29g protein.
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Zippy Zucchini Pasta
Total Time
15 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A colorful combination of zucchini and zippy canned tomatoes is delicious over quick-cooking angel hair pasta. We like the extra zest from crushed red pepper flakes. —Kathleen Timberlake, Dearborn Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 412 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 11g protein.
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Grecian Pasta & Chicken Skillet
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love a homemade meal at the end of the day. But the prep involved? Not so much. My Greek-inspired pasta is lemony, herby and, thankfully, easy. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 373 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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No-Cook Fresh Tomato Sauce
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Try this sauce at times when you have a box of pasta or a store-bought pizza shell and need a sure-fire topping. Dinner is served. —Julianne Schnuck, Taste Recipes Designer
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup sauce: 64 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Shrimp Pad Thai
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can make this yummy Thai classic in no time. Find fish sauce and chili garlic sauce in the Asian foods aisle of your grocery store. —Elise Ray, Shawnee, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 338 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 1675mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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Asian Veggie Glass Noodles
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom immigrated from the Philippines, so we would often eat Filipino pancit, a well-known glass noodles dish. I took her version and added my own touches to make it easier and a little healthier. —Jasmin Baron, Livonia, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 321 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 159mg cholesterol, 817mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat.
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Creamy Chicken Thighs & Noodles
Total Time
7 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love recipes that you can just throw into the slow cooker and let it do all the work. This easy chicken dinner is one of my favorites. —Christina Petri, Alexandria, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 1/2 cup sauce: 331 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 977mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Gnocchi with White Beans
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s one of those no-fuss recipes you can toss together and cook in one skillet. Ideal for a busy weeknight, it’s also good with crumbled Italian chicken sausage if you need to please meat lovers. —Julianne Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 307 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 6g fiber), 13g protein.
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Lemon Pasta with Spinach
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Healthy spinach, garlic and lemon combine to coat angel hair pasta for a lovely side that’ll freshen any meal. —Charlene Anderson, Bonney Lake, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 184 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 249mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Mediterranean Shrimp Linguine
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This picture-perfect linguine is a feast for the eyes and, with a hint of heat, a treat for the palate. —Megan Hidalgo, Quarryville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 462 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 610mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
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Super Spaghetti Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts.)
From the Recipe Creator:
At my house, we never know how many we'll have for dinner. That's why this spaghetti sauce is one of my favorites - flavorful, filling and fast. Smoked kielbasa gives it depth, and salsa adds the kick. —Bella Anderson, Chester, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 325 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1378mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
15/41
Broccoli-Pasta Side Dish
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to fix new recipes for my husband, Robert, and our children. With garlic and cheese, this broccoli pasta is a tasty way to get kids to eat their veggies. —Judi Lacourse, Mesa, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 313 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 11g protein.
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Honey Chicken Stir-Fry
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a new mom, and my schedule is very dependent upon our young son, so I like meals that can be ready in as little time as possible. This all-in-one chicken stir fry recipe with a hint of sweetness from honey is a big time-saver. —Caroline Sperry, Allentown, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup stir-fry: 249 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch.
17/41
Tilapia Pasta
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I shared this recipe with my bunco group and now one of my friends makes it all the time. I think that's the perfect testament to just how good this dish is. —Nancy Shively, Shorewood, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup sauce (calculated without pasta): 254 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 740mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Zucchini Enchiladas
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this enchilada recipe because it helps me serve a healthy but tasty meal to my family. When my garden is bursting with zucchini, I turn to this dinner to make the most of it. My family loves the freshness of this tasty classic. —Angela Leinenbach, Mechanicsville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 326 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 846mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 7g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Zucchini Pork Dinner
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I work full-time, but I love to cook—so I need to rely on meals that are wholesome and fast. This dish deliciously combines both treats! Plus, I like the fact that it doesn't dirty a pile of pots and pans. —Helen Vail, Glenside, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without noodles): 155 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 444mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
20/41
Ham & Zucchini Italiano
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I strongly believe dinner should be three things: healthy, delicious and simple. With fresh zucchini, ham and marinara sauce baked with mozzarella, you can accomplish all three in the time it takes to describe the dish to a grateful family. —Madison Mayberry, Ames, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 196 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 1013mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll be amazed that you can make this simple, elegant pasta in mere minutes. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up all of the garlic lemon sauce. —Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 163 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 284mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
22/41
Shrimp Scampi Fettuccine with Andouille Butter
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoy andouille sausage with pasta; now change up the usual Scampi by turning andouille into a butter sauce. —Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup shrimp mixture with 1 cup pasta: 595 calories, 29g fat (14g saturated fat), 238mg cholesterol, 951mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein.
23/41
Salsa Spaghetti Squash
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you want spaghetti, but are eating gluten-free or trying to keep a lid on carbs, there's always spaghetti squash as a flavorful alternative. Subtly sweet, tender and satisfying, this is one colorful dish. —Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups squash with 1 cup salsa mixture: 244 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 720mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 10g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
24/41
Mango Chutney Chicken Curry
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My father dreamed up this curry and chutney combination. Now my family cooks it on road trips—in rain and sun, in the mountains, even on the beach. Adjust the curry for taste and heat. —Dina Moreno, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 320 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 558mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
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Slow-Simmering Pasta Sauce
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Spaghetti with sauce is my kids' favorite dinner, so through trial and error, I came up with my own recipe. This is the winning result. I love that it's made in a slow cooker.—Samantha Vicars, Kenosha, Wisconsin
26/41
Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My colorful Lo Mein is a lighter version of the classic Chinese dish that everyone at our table loves. Try it with a squirt of Sriracha. —Loanne Chiu, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 266 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 707mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Balsamic Vegetables
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The veggies can be prepared while the squash is in the microwave, so I can have this satisfying low-carb and low-fat vegan spaghetti squash recipe on the table in about half an hour. —Deanna McDonald, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup bean mixture with 1 cup squash: 386 calories, 16g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 12g fiber), 13g protein.
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Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tender shrimp, fresh spinach and minced basil combine with tangy lemon and feta cheese to give this wonderful pasta toss a unique flavor. —Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 429 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 216mg cholesterol, 879mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 39g protein.
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Asian Spaghetti
Total Time
20 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love this recipe with its bright, crisp-tender snow peas and carrots, but you could easily substitute any veggies you have on hand. —Anne Smithson, Cary, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 274 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 521mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
30/41
Asian Noodle Stir-Fry
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fast cooking refrigerated pastas can turn anytime into pasta time. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
31/41
Garden Harvest Spaghetti Squash
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I was in the grocery store and spotted a perfectly ripe spaghetti squash. I knew I had to try it, so I cooked it according to the label. I topped it with my favorite vegetables for pasta, and it was an instant family favorite. —Veronica McCann, Columbus, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups squash with 1 cup sauce: 224 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 732mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 7g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Dijon Shrimp with Pasta
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I combined several family recipes to create this dish, which I like to serve when we have company. If my husband had his way, I’d make it every night. —Gail Cawsey, Geneseo, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup pasta with 3/4 cup sauce : 547 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 197mg cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.
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Meaty Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Total Time
8 hours 35 min
Servings
12 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Marinated artichokes, celery and green pepper are wonderful additions to this hearty spaghetti sauce. Don’t be afraid of leftovers—this tangy sauce is even better the next day. —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 180 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 708mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 high-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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Pasta with Sausage and Spinach
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You won't miss the marinara sauce once you taste this pasta dish flavored with chicken broth and Italian sausage. The sauce simmers away on its own, without much work on your part. My husband likes it so much that I make it twice a week. —Daphine Smith, Baytown, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 563 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 1546mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 25g protein.
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Smoked Mozzarella Chicken with Pasta
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Take an ordinary chicken breast into wow territory with just a few extra ingredients. Use prosciutto instead of ham to make the dish extra smoky. —Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with 3/4 cup pasta (calculated without Parmesan cheese): 694 calories, 28g fat (7g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 1184mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 53g protein.
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Parmesan Snap Pea Pasta
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are the sweetest. To keep us from getting in a rut, I change up the flavors. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 258 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 254mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
37/41
Chicken Marsala
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my favorite dishes to order in restaurants, so I created a version that I could make in a flash on a weeknight at home. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 493 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 40g protein.
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West African Shrimp
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My girls have always loved seafood, so I invented a shrimp dish with coconut milk and ginger. They raved; I was delighted. It's great with jasmine rice. —Sharon Scaletta, Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups (calculated without rice): 373 calories, 26g fat (19g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 763mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
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Lemon-Feta Angel Hair
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Serve this simple pasta side with any light chicken or fish dish, or, for an easy entree, toss it with asparagus and chopped cooked chicken or shrimp. —Melissa Just, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 344 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
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Herbed Portobello Pasta
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Meaty mushrooms make this light pasta taste hearty and filling. It's my fast and fresh go-to weeknight dinner. —Laurie Trombley, Stonyford, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 375 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 585mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 medium-fat meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Lemon Chicken Pasta
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother made chicken wings and served them over rice. To speed things up, I cook lemony chicken breasts and serve them over capellini pasta. —Aileen Rivera, Bronx, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 403 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 577mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.