One delightful and low-calorie dish you can make with just 2 courgettes (also known as zucchini) is “Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce”. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly tasty and satisfying. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- – 2 medium-sized courgettes (zucchinis)
- – 1 tablespoon olive oil
- – 2 cloves garlic, minced
- – 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- – 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- – 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- – Salt and pepper to taste
- – Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
1. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles by slicing the courgettes into thin, noodle-like strips. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
3. Add the diced tomatoes (along with their juices) to the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer.
4. Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper, adjusting the seasonings to taste.
5. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the tomato sauce. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the zucchini noodles are just tender but still have a slight crunch.
6. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the zucchini noodles with tomato sauce to serving plates.
7. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the zucchini noodles before serving.
8. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious zucchini noodles with tomato sauce! Each serving contains only about 90 calories, making it a guilt-free option for any meal.
This dish is not only light and refreshing but also packed with flavor and nutrients. It’s a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of zucchini while also getting your daily dose of vegetables. Plus, it’s so quick and easy to make that you’ll want to enjoy it every day!