My spiralizer. Yes, I’m hooked. And not with just zucchini. I’ve been spiralizing broccoli stalks, Chinese radishes, carrots and potatoes. I’m actually reviewing the new Inspiralized Cookbook by Ali Maffucci for The Kitchn and will be giving away a COPY so stay tuned for that post and a chance to win in the next couple of weeks.
This recipe is inspired by this recipe (uh, gorgeous!!) and I changed a couple of things up and added zucchini noodles instead. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can also use a julienne slicer and cut up the zucchini that way. But, if you’ve been on the fence, you need to just buy a spiralizer.
I mean, come on.
Hello gorgeous.
I made this dish for my friend the other night and she was amazed at not only the taste and texture, but how the zoodles actually looked. Like real noodles!
As you are reading this, I am presenting to 125 second graders on Korean culture. I decided against the Gangnam Style dance and am teaching the kids how to sing Head and Shoulders Knees and Toes in Korean instead. Thank you to everyone who gave me advice and some great tips!!
I’m totally behind on blog reading and this is why. . I prepped a power point presentation and then realized I’m presenting to 2nd graders so took out a lot, kept it pretty simple but still informational but added just a bunch of images and a couple videos.
You Tube has been my savior lately.
So, after today, I’ll be catching up!!!
And before I get back to this recipe, I need to tell you guys about the Pinterest Party that Liz, Brandy, Carolyn, Anna, Diane, Taylor, Alea, Kim and I are throwing. . TONIGHT, at 9pm EST!!! And you could win a $500 juicer from KitchenAid (and more!) so JOIN US!!!
Spring is almost here (officially) and the weather will be warmer, we’ll be putting away the jeans and busting out the shorts, dresses and skirts so yes, as much as I love pasta, I’m cutting down on it. And with this recipe, you might not even miss it.
This puttanesca sauce is super easy to prepare and comes together pretty quickly. AND it has so much flavor, you might want to eat this everyday for three days in a row. Just sayin’.
You guys have to try this.
Zucchini Noodles with Puttanesca Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 large sized zucchini unpeeled and spiralized with blade C
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion diced (about 3/4 cup)
- 1/2 tablespoon anchovy paste
- 3 to 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- ⅓ cup black olives pitted, and sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- crushed red pepper flakes optional
- few slivers of Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Spiralize your zucchini and set aside. Using a large sized sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. After a minute or two, add the onions, anchovy paste and garlic and sauté for a few minutes, or until the onions just start to soften a bit.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, olives and chopped basil, turn the heat up and bring the sauce to a boil, then lower the heat to low and simmer for about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the zucchini noodles to the pan and toss gently, coating all the zucchini with the sauce. Cook for a few minutes and season with crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with big slivers of parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Recipe adapted from Vikalinka.com
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
March 18, 2015 at 12:20 amOkay now I really need a spiralizer! Yumm! And I hope everything went well for your presentation for your daughter’s class. I bet you were the coolest mom there 😉
Ami@NaiveCookCooks says
March 18, 2015 at 2:44 amOmg this looks like my dream spring lunch!! So healthy yet delicious!
Mir says
March 18, 2015 at 5:18 amI love zoodles! I love my spiralizer! It’s really quite the obsession at this point. And your sauce is delightful.
You get major props for avoiding Psy. I like classics better, and everyone loves “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes.” Oldie but goodie!
Joanne says
March 18, 2015 at 6:19 amAww I’m sure the kids will love that! More than Gangnam Style. Just saying. 😛
ZOODLES!!!! Way to make my day. I love a good puttanesca sauce, mainly for the olives. So salty and briny…mmm. I’m sure the zoodles soak up all the flavors!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
March 18, 2015 at 6:19 amI totally need to get a spiralizer. These look amazing. Can’t wait for fresh garden zucchini once again!
Have a fabulous Wednesday!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
March 18, 2015 at 6:50 amI definitely need to hop on board the spiralizer train! These noodles look fantastic, Alice! And I’m loving that puttanesca sauce. Looks so flavorful and comforting!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
March 18, 2015 at 6:54 amYes! Have fun today! The kids are in for a treat! And this recipe has me in for a treat. I don’t have a spiralizer but I’m thinking it might be time…just so I can produce something called zoodles and eat my broccoli stalks! Love! Love! Love!
David @ Spiced says
March 18, 2015 at 7:34 amI apparently need to dig my spiralizer out of the drawer and use it…because this meal looks incredibly awesome! Like I kinda want to dig in for breakfast. Is that allowed? I hope the big presentation went well! (I’m sure it did!) But now I’m going to need you to post a Heads-Shoulders-Knees-and Toes video here on your site. Can that be arranged?
Linda | Brunch with Joy says
March 18, 2015 at 8:34 amAha! I just took out my spiralizer from the cabinet last night and yes, I’m excited for Inspiralized cookbook. Love the freshness and beautiful dish of this zucchini noodles, and I hope the presentation went well! And Heads-Shoulders-Knees-and Toes is so much easier than Bear Family song ;D
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
March 18, 2015 at 9:19 amI’m asking for one of these for my birthday. It makes the zucchini look so beautiful!
Sarah | Broma Bakery says
March 18, 2015 at 9:37 amI have always wanted to make zucchini noodles. You’ve confirmed that I need a spiralizer, like, yesterday!
Bee says
March 18, 2015 at 12:37 pmI recently bought a spiralizer as well! At first I wasn’t sure how often I would use it or if it’s worth the counter/storage space in my small apartment kitchen. To my surprise, it’s quite fun to use! And any equipment that makes cooking fun is a keeper for me. 🙂
dixya | food, pleasure, and health says
March 18, 2015 at 1:09 pmi have been seeing spiralized zoodles for so long yet i keep putting buying a spiralizer. this looks really good.
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
March 18, 2015 at 1:56 pmWhy is it that spiralized zucchini I always looks so amazing! I almost enjoy looking at it more than I like eating it … almost! Love this twist with puttanesca sauce! Yum!
Kathleen | HapaNom says
March 18, 2015 at 4:15 pmOk. I seriously need to try my spiralizer! Can you believe I got one for Christmas and I still haven’t used it! I know – bad blogger,bad! I’m making it my weekend mission to make these zucchini noodles!
mira says
March 18, 2015 at 4:59 pmWow so fresh! Love zucchini noodles Alice! And the sauce sounds amazing! Pinned and shared 🙂
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
March 18, 2015 at 5:24 pmThis is such a fresh and delicious meal! I love that puttanesca and loved how this is lightened up 🙂
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
March 18, 2015 at 8:58 pmI think I’m going to have to trust you on the zoodles — they look amazing but I’ve never had them! LOVE this Puttanesca sauce!
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
March 18, 2015 at 9:20 pmA good friend of mine recently emailed me telling me that I needed to post spiralizer recipes on my site. This would be a great first recipe for me to practice with!
Kelly says
March 19, 2015 at 4:26 amHope the presentation went well, Alice 🙂 I love zoodles! They sound amazing with this Puttanesca sauce! So fresh and delicious!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
March 19, 2015 at 9:14 amI love making veggie noodles and this sauce looks perfect to go with it. Olives in pasta sauce are a must I think!
Christina @ Bake with Christina says
March 19, 2015 at 9:48 amOoh I LOVE zucchini noodles, such a great substitute for pasta! And that homemade sauce just looks amazing!! 🙂
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
March 19, 2015 at 9:54 amI need a spiralizer like yesterday. You have totally convinced me now!
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
March 19, 2015 at 10:42 amI want to learn how to sing that song in Korean! Upload a video on YouTube so that I can sing along too? I’m sure the kiddos are going to like that!
The zucchini noodles in this puttanesca sauce sounds positively delicious! I’ve never though of adding anchovy paste to the tomato sauce base before. Can’t wait to try!
Manali@CookWithManali says
March 19, 2015 at 3:16 pmso healthy and delicious! I think I need to buy a spiralizer !
Cathleen @ A Taste Of Madness says
March 19, 2015 at 3:49 pmYou are making me want to buy a spiralizer! This is awesome!
marcie says
March 19, 2015 at 7:04 pmI just got a spiralizer and am beyond excited to get on it and make a beautiful dish like this! That puttanesca sauce sounds delicious!
Shinee says
March 20, 2015 at 12:29 amOh my, I love zoodles, especially in summer time!
You did your presentation! Congrats! I bet it was fun. 🙂
Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says
March 20, 2015 at 7:53 amI haven’t used my spiralizer in ages. I kind of just forget I have one. Seriously. The other day I was at BBB and was actually checking them out before remembering I already had one. I’m convinced I need to dust that baby off and make this. Yum!!
Zainab says
March 20, 2015 at 9:54 amI need a spiralizer!! That’s all 🙂
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
March 20, 2015 at 2:35 pmDon’t you just love sprialized vegetables? I’ve just done a few so far. Never thought of trying broccoli stalks! So smart! This dish looks just perfect. And healthy too!
Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says
March 21, 2015 at 10:49 amI JUST ordered a spiralizer and now I know one thing I’m going to make with it. I love puttanesca sauce and what a great pair with zucchini. Gorgeous as usual, Alice!
hipfoodiemom says
March 21, 2015 at 8:12 pmAwesome, Marissa!!! You are going to love it!!! Next week I’ll be giving away the new Inspiralized cookbook. . you need to enter the giveaway!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
March 21, 2015 at 9:20 pmOh my gosh, I’m glad you didn’t go with Gangnam style, LOL! I have not yet caved and bought a spiralizer, but here is yet another reason I should! Looks delicious!
hipfoodiemom says
March 21, 2015 at 9:33 pmThanks so much, Denise!!!
Kevin (Closet Cooking) says
March 23, 2015 at 12:50 pmI have really been enjoying zoodles lately and this zoodle puttanesca looks great!
Kathleen | HapaNom says
March 25, 2015 at 12:15 pmI finally used my spiralizer! I can’t believe I waited so long to use it! I made this recipe last night, and it was absolutely delicious – so full of flavor we never missed the pasta noodles! Zucchini noodles are where it’s at!
hipfoodiemom says
March 25, 2015 at 3:27 pmSOOOOO HAPPY to hear this, Kathleen!!!! woot woot!!
Juliana Fendez says
November 15, 2018 at 3:22 amSuch a healthy, colourful and easy recipe to try out, gorgeous pictures love it!