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    Home » Recipes » Vegetables and Sides

    Zucchini Noodles Almond Sauté - Quick Delicious Vegetable Side

    Published: Jul 11, 2017 · Modified: Jul 10, 2022 by Marisa Franca · 17 Comments

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    Zucchini Noodles Almond Sauté is so easy that I thought you might scoff at the two ingredient recipe. Yes! It only has two ingredients, zucchini, and sliced almonds, and the best part is that it takes less than 5 minutes to cook! 

    Next time try our delicious Zucchini Boats with Garlic Breadcrumbs.

    Long strands of zucchini noodles and almonds in a white fluted bowl on top of a green and white placemat.
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    • Prepare the Zucchini Noodles
    • Thinly Sliced Almonds add flavor
    • Sauté the zucchini noodles
    • Zucchini Noodle Almond Sauté Recipe
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    Prepare the Zucchini Noodles

    This is a dish that you make in 3 steps. You may roll your eyes and say, "Sure, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is."

    Well, I'm here to tell you I was a bit skeptical myself. Deb from Smitten Kitchen swore that she could eat it morning, noon, and night. Nothing could be that good, I thought. But once I made it, tasted the results, I knew that I was in Deb's camp and I had to share this fantastic recipe with you.

    The recipe cooks in less than 5 minutes. What's important is to make the zucchini into noodles or ⅛-inch matchsticks. We used our hand-held spiralizer (very small and cheap) to make zucchini noodles or as some people call them zoodles.

    We also have a mandolin that would make thin strips but we wanted the zucchini to look more like pasta. If you use a mandolin, use the guard! Those blades are very, very sharp!

    Close up of Zucchini Noodles and sautèed almonds in a white fluted oblong china bowl.

    Thinly Sliced Almonds add flavor

    Zucchini Noodles Sauté only takes one pan. Yes! If I can just use one pan, I will. The first thing you'll do is add olive oil to coat the pan. No! You don't have to measure. This recipe is so forgiving. It relies on directions versus amounts.

    Once the oil heats, that's hot but not smoking, you add the almonds to the pan. The aroma will be incredible! Keep stirring them until they are golden-brown. It will only take 1 or 2 minutes.

    You don't want to rush this step. The almonds will give the dish it's amazing flavor. You do have to keep an eye on the nuts, so they don't burn.

    Parmesan Broiled Flounder on a white and brick colored plate with zucchini almond noodles. Plate is on a brown placemat with a wooden bowl filled with a tossed salad.

    Sauté the zucchini noodles

    Add the zucchini noodles and toss with the oil and almonds. Basically, you're just heating the zucchini until they soften just a bit. This will take about 1 minute. Don't overcook!

    Season with salt and pepper. Plate the zucchini and almonds then top with cheese, if desired. We used grated pecorino romano, but you may also use parmesan.

    Now, this is the best part -- get your fork and taste. You'll be pleasantly surprised at the complexity of flavor with just two ingredients. We served our zucchini noodle sauté with our Parmesan Topped Broiled Flounder.

    Tutti a tavola è pronto!

    Un caro saluto e alla prossima.

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    We have a big spiralizer and then we have this small hand-held spiralizer that we use for smaller jobs. We even take it with us when we travel. It doesn't take up much space and it's easy to clean. If you don't want another piece of equipment that takes up loads of room, this is quite handy. 

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    Zucchini Noodle Almond Sauté Recipe

    Collage of Zucchini Noodles Almond Sauté in a white fluted glass oblong bowl.

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    Zucchini Noodles Almond Sauté is a quick and delicious vegetable side that takes two ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes.

    Zucchini Noodles Almond Sauté – Quick Delicious Vegetable Side

    A quick and easy vegetable side that takes just two ingredients and less than 5 minutes to cook. The sliced almonds infuses a deep flavor to the oil then coats the zucchini noodles with that delicious taste.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: gluten free, low calorie, low-fat, side, vegetable
    Cuisine: American, Italian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 253kcal
    Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
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    Ingredients

    • 2-3 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 Tablespoons thinly sliced almonds
    • 2 small zucchini made into noodles with spiralizer, or julienne into ⅛-inch matchsticks.
    • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Grated pecorino romano or parmesan cheese optional

    Instructions

    • Add enough olive oil to coat the pan and heat over medium-high until the oil is hot but not smoking. Add the almonds to the pan.
    • Cook the almonds, stirring constantly until they are a golden-brown. About 1 to 2 minutes. Don't rush this step. The golden-brown almonds add the deep flavor to the dish.
    • Add the zucchini to the pan. Toss the noodles with the oil and almonds about 1 minute. You don't want to cook the zucchini, just warm them until they soften.
    • Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Place on plate and top with cheese, if desired. Eat immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 998mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 960IU | Vitamin C: 66.8mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg

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      Comments

      1. Amanda

        April 17, 2018 at 5:51 pm

        5 stars
        Sounds delicious! I love how simple this recipe is.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          April 17, 2018 at 6:18 pm

          Hi, Amanda! I was skeptical about the simplicity and taste. IT'S Amazing.

          Reply
      2. Michelle

        April 17, 2018 at 5:24 pm

        5 stars
        I haven't made zoodles in a while. But I think I'll whip out my spiralizer gadget for this recipe. I love the addition of the pecorino romano. I think that makes the dish!

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        • Marisa Franca

          April 17, 2018 at 6:19 pm

          Hi, Michelle! The pecorino does add that special element. Hope you give it a try.

          Reply
      3. Fabby

        August 09, 2017 at 8:57 pm

        THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS GREAT RECIPE !

        I don't eat carbs cause they make me gain weight, so this is just perfect and delish for me.

        Hugs,
        FABBY

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        • Marisa Franca

          August 10, 2017 at 7:12 am

          Hi, Fabby!! You are so welcome! We've made it several times already and we're simply in love with the recipe! Hugs right back!!

          Reply
      4. Jasmine

        July 18, 2017 at 7:16 am

        I always look at your posts before lunch time and it makes me so hungry, luckily I've brought a good lunch with me today (an improvised panzanella salad!). Have a good day and thanks for your comment!

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        • Marisa Franca

          July 18, 2017 at 7:24 am

          Ciao, Jasmine! I'm so glad you signed up! I truly enjoy reading your adventures in Italy -- some good, some bad! I just commented today on your recent post. Abbraccio!

          Reply
      5. annie@ciaochowbambina

        July 17, 2017 at 8:28 am

        Wowza! It is hard to believe that a dish with only two ingredients could be that good - but I am believing you!! I'm going to have to pull the spiralizer out today! I've been needing to do that! Thanks for sharing! Have a great day, my friend!

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        • Marisa Franca

          July 17, 2017 at 2:09 pm

          I was amazed too, Annie! I mean really, two ingredients and it tastes good! If you make it let me know what you think. Un abbraccio!

          Reply
      6. Ciao Chow Linda

        July 13, 2017 at 7:19 pm

        I have that little gadget but never got the hang of it. I want to give it another go using this recipe.

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      7. Susie

        July 12, 2017 at 5:46 pm

        Looks yummy! My kind of dish....easy, healthy and I'm sure tasty! Can't wait to try it! Thanks, Marisa

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      8. Diane P.

        July 12, 2017 at 1:57 pm

        Looks good! Will try this soon!

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      9. Chiara

        July 12, 2017 at 1:17 am

        I have to look for that gadget, seems so nice and perfect for zucchini, grazie Marisa, un abbraccio !

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        • Marisa Franca

          July 12, 2017 at 6:58 am

          Ciao, Chiara! The hand-held spiralizer is really nice. It doesn't take up a lot of room in the kitchen drawer. I got mine through Amazon. Buona giornata! Un abbraccio!

          Reply
      10. Jovina Coughlin

        July 11, 2017 at 4:21 pm

        Wouldn't laugh at all. Looks like a wonderful recipe and I bet it is very tasty. Don't have the gadget, though, so I would have to grate the zucchini. Perfect side for fish.

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        • Marisa Franca

          July 11, 2017 at 5:15 pm

          Hi, Jovina! This little gadget is super cheap -- we got it when we were traveling. Your mandolin would work or just slice them into little sticks. Let me know how you like the recipe.

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