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Zucchini Noodles with Marinara and Garlic Bread
A 56-minute Italian dinner for 4 — 425 calories per serving.
per serving, estimated
Spiralized zucchini noodles tossed in a rich, slow-simmered tomato marinara, served alongside crisp, herb-buttered garlic bread — a satisfying Italian-inspired dinner.
Ingredients
Serves 4 · custom servings available with a Kiwi account
Zucchini Noodles with Marinara
- 6 zucchini (spiralized into noodles)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 ounces canned San Marzano crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 yellow onion (finely diced)
- ¼ cup dry red wine
- ½ cup fresh basil (torn, plus more for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano (finely grated, for serving) — optional
Herb Garlic Breadside
- 1 Italian baguette (halved lengthwise)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 ounce parmigiano-reggiano (finely grated) — optional
Steps
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Zucchini Noodles with Marinara
- Spiralize 6 zucchini into noodles, then spread them on a paper-towel-lined tray, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and let sit 10 minutes to draw out moisture; pat dry before cooking. 12 min
- Finely dice the yellow onion and mince the 6 garlic cloves. 5 min
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the diced onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes until softened and translucent. 6 min
- Timing-sensitive step. Add the minced garlic, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant and the paste darkens slightly. 2 min
- Pour in ¼ cup dry red wine and scrape up any browned bits; let it reduce for 2 minutes, then add the 28 oz canned San Marzano crushed tomatoes, ½ teaspoon granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. 3 min
- Reduce heat to low and simmer the marinara, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened; stir in ½ cup torn fresh basil and adjust seasoning. 20 min
- Timing-sensitive step. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the dried zucchini noodles and toss constantly for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still with a little bite — do not overcook. 3 min
- Divide the zucchini noodles among four bowls, ladle the marinara generously over the top, and garnish with extra torn fresh basil and, if using, 2 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional). 3 min
Herb Garlic Breadside
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. 10 min
- In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt until combined. 4 min
- Spread the garlic-herb butter evenly over the cut sides of the halved Italian baguette; if using, press 1 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional) over the top. 2 min
- Place the buttered baguette halves cut-side up on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 10 minutes until the edges are golden and crisp. 10 min
- Slice the garlic bread into portions and serve immediately alongside the zucchini noodles. 2 min
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