Get ready to fall in love with zoodles (zucchini noodles)! These spiralized veggies are a low-calorie substitution for pasta. Top with a poached egg for a well-rounded dish.
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Nutrition Facts
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Nutrition Facts
Calories | 210 | |
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Total Fat | 14.0 g | |
Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | |
Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | |
Cholesterol | 190 mg | |
Sodium | 340 mg | |
Total Carbohydrate | 12 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | |
Sugars | 7 g | |
Protein | 12 g |
Dietary Exchanges
1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1 fat
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin -
2 garlic cloves (minced) -
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes -
4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles (about 4 cups) -
1/4 teaspoon salt -
1/4 teaspoon black pepper -
2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved) -
2 cups packed baby spinach -
1 teaspoon lemon zest -
1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice -
4 eggs -
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese -
1/4 cup thinly sliced basil leaves
Directions
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Heat oil in large, deep nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Cook garlic and chili flakes, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until softened. Add zucchini noodles, salt and pepper and cook, tossing gently, for 1 to 2 minutes or until zucchini has softened. Stir tomatoes, spinach, lemon zest and juice gently into zucchini mixture until well combined. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted and tomatoes are warmed through. -
Meanwhile, bring 2 to 3 inches of water to boil in large saucepan or deep skillet. Adjust heat setting to keep liquid simmering gently. Break eggs, 1 at a time, into custard cup or saucer. Slip each egg into water holding dish close to surface. Cook eggs to a soft poach – about 3 to 5 minutes or until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard. (Do not stir.) Lift eggs from water with slotted spoon; drain well. -
Divide zucchini mixture among 4 dinner plates and garnish with Parmesan and basil. Top each with 1 poached egg. Serve immediately.