Zucchini Noodles with Basil, Lime, and Ginger

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 2
Yield: 2 servings

Description

Spiralized zucchini noodles are tossed with fresh basil, lime, and ginger for a quick and refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

1 large zucchini
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 large basil leaves
1 (1 inch) piece ginger root, peeled and sliced
1/2 lime, juiced

Directions

1 Cut zucchini in half to help it fit in the spiralizer. Run each half through the large teeth of a vegetable spiralizer. Put zucchini noodles into a glass bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss with your hands to mix. Let rest for 10 minutes to remove excess water. Rinse and pat dry.
2 Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini noodles, basil leaves, and ginger. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the noodles are tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Do not stir so zucchini noodles stay intact. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat. Serve hot.