We love this healthy zucchini noodles recipe with Parmesan and spinach. It’s packed with nutrients and we call it the Green Goddess zoodle dish! 
Easy Healthy Zucchini Noodles Recipe
Zucchini noodles are one of our favorite weeknight dinners because they are low in carbs, quick to prepare, and surprisingly satisfying. Swap traditional wheat pasta for spiralized zucchini and you’ll get a lighter, vegetable-forward “pasta” without missing the comfort of a classic pasta dish. Spiralized zucchini cooks quickly, absorbs flavors well, and keeps the meal feeling fresh and vibrant. Once you try it, you’ll see how easy it is to enjoy a healthier, lower-carb dinner.
Video: Best Zucchini Noodles with Spinach and Parmesan
In just a few minutes you can have a flavorful, healthy dinner. This recipe is very flexible — add your favorite protein like shrimp, chicken, or sausage, or toss in a simple tomato sauce for a spaghetti-like option. It makes a great base for many variations, so feel free to customize with additional vegetables, herbs, or sauces to suit your taste.
Best Vegetable Spiralizers for Zucchini Noodles
We’ve tested a variety of spiralizers and methods for making zucchini noodles. Most tools do the job, but some are faster or easier to clean. Choose a spiralizer that fits how often you plan to use it — manual tools are compact and convenient, while larger models or attachments can handle bigger batches more quickly. Remember to be cautious when cleaning blades and keep safety in mind.
Our go-to vegetable slicer is the Paderno Spiralizer.
The Paderno is reliable, fast, and offers different blade options for a variety of noodle styles across vegetables.
The quickest and strongest spiralizer tool we like is the KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment.
This attachment uses the power of a stand mixer to spiralize, peel, core, and slice—handy if you make large batches regularly.
The simplest choice is a hand julienne peeler.
A julienne peeler is compact, inexpensive, and works well for making thin zoodle strands when you only need a small amount.
Best Zucchini Noodle Spiralizers and Tools:
Here are a few favorite tools we recommend for making zucchini noodles:
Paderno Spiralizer – A classic, reliable spiralizer that delivers consistent results.
KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment – Powerful and fast when paired with a stand mixer.
OXO Julienne Peeler – Simple and perfect for quick, small batches.
Healthy Zucchini Noodles w/ Spinach & Parmesan
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Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (or to taste)
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (approximately)
- Kosher or sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
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Spiralize the zucchini into noodle strands and set them aside.
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Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil or butter, then sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent—avoid burning the garlic.
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Add the zucchini noodles and cook until tender, about 3–5 minutes. Taste a strand to determine how “al dente” you prefer them; avoid overcooking to prevent mushy noodles.
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Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
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Remove the pan from the heat, toss in the Parmesan, and season with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes to taste. Serve warm.
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Nutrition Information per Serving
Carbohydrates: 12 g,
Protein: 17 g,
Fat: 24 g,
Fiber: 3 g.
Explore more of our low-carb recipes:
- Easy roasted zucchini or summer squash
- Low-carb zucchini tortillas
- Baked spaghetti squash
- Different zucchini varieties