Easy Courgetti Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Easy Courgetti Spaghetti Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; Parmesan for garnish

🗒 Dinner 🗒 Lunch 🍽 American

A quick, low-carb spaghetti alternative packed with flavor.

A light and healthy spaghetti alternative using zucchini noodles, quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

2 medium zucchinis
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

Use a spiralizer to make zucchini noodles.
Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté garlic for 1 minute.
Add tomato sauce, salt, and pepper, cook 3-4 minutes.
Toss zucchini noodles in sauce for 2 minutes.
Serve with fresh basil and Parmesan on top.

Expert Tips

Do not overcook zucchini to avoid sogginess. | Add chili flakes for extra kick.

Recipe Notes

Use spaghetti squash if zucchini is unavailable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead?

Best eaten fresh.

Can I freeze courgetti?

Not recommended for freezing as noodles may become watery.

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time10 minutes

Servings2 servings

Rating4.9/5 (95)

Maria Bakkers

A home cook and recipe creator from the United States. With a background in Hospitality and Catering, I love turning everyday ingredients into simple, family-friendly meals. When I’m not in the kitchen, I enjoy camping with my husband and our two children. On The Fry Pans, I share easy recipes, cooking tips, and honest kitchen tool reviews to help families cook smarter and eat better.

While Maria develops all our recipes, we want to provide the most accurate health information. This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Farzana Antu, BSc, MS, MPH (North South University) Nutrition and Food Science, to ensure accuracy.