Parmesan Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)

Ingredients

• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)

Method

1. Using a spiralizer, cut the zucchini into noodles.
2. Heat a medium skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add the oil and heat until shimmering.
4. Add the zucchini noodles and cook, tossing occasionally, until slightly wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Be careful to not overcook or they will get mushy.
5. Remove from the heat.
6. Add the parmesan, black pepper, and basil. Toss to combine.
7. Serve warm.

If you do not have a spiralizer, slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips, then slice them again to resemble long thin noodles. Substitute yellow summer squash for the zucchini, if desired.