Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipe

Delight in this light and vibrant Zucchini Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce! Perfect as a luncheon, side dish, or elegant first course for your next dinner party. Inspired by Canadian Living magazine, this recipe features tender zucchini ribbons tossed in a bright, sun-ripened tomato sauce. Easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor, it's a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 160.6 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can halved tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 medium zucchini, peeled and trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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How to Make Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add halved tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook uncovered for 7-10 minutes, or until the excess moisture has evaporated.
  3. Remove the bay leaf.
  4. Meanwhile, using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into 1/8-inch ribbons.
  5. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  6. Add half of the zucchini ribbons and half of the minced garlic to the skillet. Sprinkle with a pinch of cayenne pepper (if using). Cook, stirring almost constantly, for about 3 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender-crisp and lightly golden. Be careful not to break the ribbons.
  7. Transfer the cooked zucchini to a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Keep warm in a low oven (around 200°F/93°C).
  8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 with the remaining oil, zucchini, garlic, and cayenne pepper.
  9. Arrange the zucchini ribbons on a warmed serving platter.
  10. Pour the tomato sauce over the zucchini.
  11. Sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce?

Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce?

Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce has approximately 160.6 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Zucchini Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce are Olive Oil, Tomatoes, Fresh Thyme, Bay Leaf, Sugar, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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