Keto Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles with Spinach

Keto Friendly

Low Carb

A quick, delicious low-carb comfort dish featuring tender zucchini noodles and fresh spinach tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Finished with Parmesan cheese, this simple recipe is perfect for a light lunch or dinner!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for a creamier sauce)

Instructions

1. Prepare the zucchini: Wash and spiralize the zucchinis into noodle shapes. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Cook the garlic: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add spinach: Add fresh spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
4. Cook zucchini noodles: Add zucchini noodles, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss gently and cook for 3–4 minutes until just tender. Avoid overcooking.
5. Make it creamy: Stir in heavy cream if desired, then add lemon juice and Parmesan cheese.
6. Combine: Toss everything together until the zucchini noodles are coated in the garlic butter sauce.
7. Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 190
• Protein: 7 g
• Total Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Net Carbs: 4 g
• Fat: 16 g

High-Protein Option

To make this meal more filling and higher in protein:

• Add 4 oz cooked chicken breast.
• Or add ½ cup cooked shrimp.
• Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese.

Tip: Cook zucchini noodles briefly and serve immediately to prevent them from becoming watery.

❤️ Enjoy this creamy, garlicky keto comfort food!