Ingredients
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4 medium zucchinis
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 Salt and pepper to taste
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1 Red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)
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1 Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
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1 Vegan parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
You can customize this dish by adding your favorite Italian-inspired toppings such as vegan meatballs, roasted vegetables, or olives.
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Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchinis into zucchini noodles or "zoodles." Set aside. |
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In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. |
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Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. |
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Pour in the diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. If you like it spicy, add red pepper flakes to taste. |
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Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes to thicken and allow the flavors to meld. |
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While the sauce is simmering, you can lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in a separate pan with a touch of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly. Be careful not to overcook them; they should remain slightly crunchy. |
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Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. |
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Serve the zucchini noodles with the tomato sauce on top. |
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Garnish with fresh basil leaves and vegan parmesan cheese if desired. |
