Name: 35+ BEST Zoodle Recipes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 3 medium Divine Flavor zucchini (julienned or spiralized); 8 ounces linguine (1/2 package); 3 Tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup capers (drained, rinsed and dried); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/2 cup chopped mint; 3/4 cup chopped fresh dill; 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; A pinch red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper; 3 Tablespoons butter (diced); 1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy zoodle meal idea or a more creative zoodle recipe, this post offers a variety of options to satisfy any craving.

What Are Zoodles?

Zoodles are a healthy and low-carb alternative to traditional pasta made from zucchini that has been spiralized into long, thin, noodle-like strands. The term “zoodles” comes from the combination of the words “zucchini” and “noodles.” Zoodles can be eaten raw or cooked and are commonly used as a replacement for pasta in various dishes such as spaghetti, stir-fries, and salads.

Benefits of Cooking with Zoodles

Zoodles are a great option for those looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake or add more vegetables to their diet. Zucchini is also a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.

Zoodle Preparation Techniques

Use a julienne tool. For quite a while this was my preferred method. The tool is about the size of a potato peeler and works in a similar fashion.
Use a knife. Just thin slice slices horizontally and then slice those slices into long thin strips.
Use a spiralizer. This is my new preferred method. I just got this spiralizer attachment for my KitchenAid as a wedding gift and I’m totally obsessed with it. I can spiralize three zucchini in less than 2 minutes. If you don’t have a KitchenAid, there’s also this spiralizer that gets great reviews.

Easy Zoodles Recipe Ideas

This Glazed Honey Sriracha Salmon served with zucchini noodles makes the perfect quick & easy dinner that's as delicious as it is healthy.

Glazed Honey Sriracha Salmon with Zoodles

Overhead shot of dish of zucchini noodles with fresh herbs on a black plate.

This Half and Half Linguini uses half “real” noodles and half zucchini noodles for a tasty treat with less calories. Plenty of fresh herbs – mint, dill, and parsley – brighten things up along with the briny capers which are fried until crisp.

Half and Half Linguini

Tossed in a creamy, Thai-inspired peanut dressing, this crunchy, colorful cold Thai zoodle salad is quick, healthy and satisfying.

Thai Zoodle Salad | Get the RECIPE from The Modern Proper

This stunningly beautiful, twisty-twirly pesto zoodle salad with fresh mozzarella, chicken and toasted pine nuts is a textural, colorful study in how to make the most of the late-summer harvest.

Pesto Zoodle Salad with Chicken | Get the RECIPE from The Modern Proper

Whether you’re a meat-eater or a veteran veggie, you’ll swoon over this totally plant-based recipe for vegan coconut curry ramen with zucchini noodles!

Coconut Curry Zoodle Ramen | Get the RECIPE from The Modern Proper

These 15 minute garlic lime cashew zoodles are a super easy and healthy vegan meal option. This is a snap to make, and the sauce is addictive!

Garlic Lime Cashew Zoodles | Get the RECIPE from Salt and Lavender

Green Goddess Zucchini Pasta – a delicious fresh & healthy spring pasta with a touch of naughty fried cheese. Bonus, it’s so easy!

Green Goddess Zucchini Pasta | Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

Firey Schezwan Peanut and Chili Zucchini Noodles – fast easy, peanutty deliciousness with leftovers, what more could you ask for!

Peanut and Chili Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

Asian Zoodle Salad Jars – Spiralized zucchini noodles, yellow bell pepper, sugar snap peas, mandarin oranges, crunchy wonton strips and sesame-ginger dressing. A portable and healthful make-ahead lunch!

Asian Zoodle Salad Jars | Get the RECIPE from Foxes Love Lemons

I love this fresh and veggie filled zucchini noodle pasta with a yogurt herb sauce! The best thing about this pasta, besides the delicious flavors, is that it has half the calories and carbs of regular pasta! And you know what? I don’t even miss it!

Zucchini Pasta w/ Yogurt Herb Sauce | Get the RECIPE from In Fine Taste

This Bruschetta Chicken is made with juicy chicken breasts that are seasoned with Italian herbs and spices and topped with a fresh tomato and basil bruschetta topping. Ready in just 30 minutes enjoy this low-calorie, low-carb, and gluten-free weeknight dinner with a side of sautéed zucchini zoodles…

Bruschetta Chicken | Get the RECIPE from The Forked Spoon

Fabulous and healthy pesto zucchini noodles with a quick and easy avocado basil pesto sauce. Enjoy with grilled chicken for a full meal.

Avocado Basil Pesto Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE Ambitious Kitchen

Zucchini Lasagna is a comforting, healthy dinner made with thinly sliced zucchini instead of noodles. It’s an easy way to eat more veggies!

Zucchini Lasagna | Get the RECIPE from Detoxinista

A light, yet spicy noodle dish featuring nutrient rich vegetables. This Cajun Zucchini Noodle Pasta is also paleo and vegan-friendly!

Cajun Zucchini Noodle Pasta | Get the RECIPE from Detoxinista

By adding some traditional spaghetti pasta with zucchini “zoodles”, we can much more effectively sneak these healthy veggies into our kids! Zucchini Spaghetti with Lemony Kale Pesto goes even further by using a kale-based pesto to pack in the extra punch of vitamins.

Zucchini Spaghetti with Lemony Kale Pesto | Get the RECIPE from Erica’s Recipes

The best keto zoodle lo mein stir fry with 3-ingredient stir fry sauce. A low carb and keto friendly zucchini stir fry recipe that’s fast and easy!

Keto Zoodle Lo Mein Stir Fry | Get the RECIPE from Low Carb Quick

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Zoodles make best low carb side for any meal. This amazing and versatile low carb recipe is absolutely delicious!

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Zoodles | Get the RECIPE from Low Carb Quick

A great way to enjoy noodles while following a Whole 30 or Paleo diet is this recipe for Paleo Asian Zucchini Noodles. It makes a great meal or side dish.

Paleo Asian Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE from Everyday Shortcuts

This healthy vegetarian udon and zucchini noodle curry recipe is perfect for Meatless Monday (or any day of the week!) Uses just one pot!

Udon and Zucchini Noodle Curry Bowls | Get the RECIPE from Life As a Strawberry

You’ll love these simple pesto zoodles made from fresh zucchini with baked salmon, burst cherry tomatoes, crispy pancetta, and lots of Parmesan!

Pesto Zoodles With Salmon | Get the RECIPE from Well Seasoned Studio

Our Zucchini noodle pad thai recipe is light, low carb and satisfying when you’re craving regular pad thai. These zoodles have much less carbs than regular flour noodles but they’re still high on flavor! You won’t feel like you’re missing out on anything.

Zucchini Noodle Pad Thai | Get the RECIPE from White On Rice Couple

Favorite 15-Minute Zoodles Marinara | Vegan | Zucchini noodles are simmered in a cashew-cream infused marinara + topped with oodles of plant-based parmesan!

Zoodles Marinara | Get the RECIPE from Blissful Basil

Zucchini noodles tossed together in a creamy avocado pesto for a delicious healthy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan and can be easily made in under 20 minutes!

Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Pesto | Get the RECIPE from Eat Yourself Skinny

Spicy Sesame Zoodles with Crispy Tofu! SUPER easy recipe with familiar ingredients like soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, zucchini, and tofu. YUM!

Spicy Sesame Zoodles with Crispy Tofu | Get the RECIPE from Pinch Of Yum

Welcome to your Next Level Zoodles! Tossed in a creamy corn sauce you’re going to love!

Zoodles with Creamy Corn Sauce | Get the RECIPE from Pinch of Yum

Overhead shot of zucchini lasagna rolls in skillet.

These Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna Rolls are low-carb and gluten-free yet still sinfully delicious with loads of melty cheese and plenty of fresh herbs. Made easy using store-bought tomato sauce.

Vegetarian Lasagna Rolls

Learn how to make pho with zucchini noodles and bone broth in just 30 minutes. Once you have learned the technique, you’ll want to make pho ALL THE TIME.

Pho with Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE from Pickles n Honey

Creamy Sundried Tomato + Parmesan Chicken Zoodles make the craziest low carb comfort food without feeling like a fit-foodie.

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Zoodles | Get the RECIPE from Cafe Delites

The sauce for these Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Zucchini Noodles is so addicting! It’s so satisfying plus it’s gluten!

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE from Get Inspired Everyday

Vegan healthy, creamy zucchini noodles with a bright green spring onion and miso sauce, all topped off with a cheesy dairy-free sprinkle.

Vegan Creamy Zucchini Noodles with Spring Onion Sauce | Get the RECIPE from The First Mess

Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles – LOW CARB Korean beef bowls except with zoodles! It is so much healthier and lighter without any of the carb guilt!!!

Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles | Get the RECIPE from Damn Delicious

Skip the takeout this weekend! This Thai Beef Drunken Zoodle dish has the most amazing sauce, flavor, and spice to satisfy all you Thai food lovers! Super easy to make on a busy weeknight. Recipe is grain-free, gluten-free, Paleo, Keto and Whole30 friendly.

Thai Beef Drunken Zoodles | Get the RECIPE from Wholesomelicious

Turkey Chow Fun Zoodles Stir Fry is made with stir fry zucchini noodles plus holiday leftover turkey and veggies! An easy low carb dinner recipe – SO good!

Turkey Chow Fun Zoodles Stir Fry | Get the RECIPE from Cotter Crunch

Mac + cheese just got a healthy makeover with this spiralized zucchini recipe! Seasonal zoodles are coated with a vegan cheeze sauce!

Spiralized Zucchini Mac and Cheese | Get the RECIPE from The Healthy Maven

Zucchini noodle caprese is made from my favorite gluten-free pasta, zucchini noodles – and inspired by one of my all time favorite salads, caprese

Zucchini Noodle Caprese | Get the RECIPE from Downshiftology

Chicken Zoodle Soup – Just like mom’s cozy chicken noodle soup but made with zucchini noodles instead! So comforting AND healthy!

Chicken Zoodle Soup | Get the REICPE from Damn Delicious

How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these zoodle recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.

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