Easy Bacon Tomato Zucchini Noodles
Easy Bacon Tomato Zucchini Noodles- fresh, flavorful, and healthful – perfect for summer and easy to prepare in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup minced red onion
- 4 medium zucchini spiraled or ribboned
- 1 large lemon juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest optional
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved if large
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side or until cooked to your preference. Remove bacon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towel.
- Leave 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the skillet and add in the garlic. Cook the garlic for 30 seconds and then add in the red pepper flakes, red onion and zucchini noodles. Season with salt and pepper and let noodles cook for about 2 minutes, flipping and stirring frequently.
- As zucchini noodles cook, add in the lemon juice and zest. Toss in cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese and crumble in bacon; continue to cook for about 2 more minutes.
- Divide onto four plates and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
Make only what you need of the zoodles. They lose their crunch when reheated.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 503mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9.3g