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Low Carb Zoodles with Romesco Sauce

August 14, 2020 By Patricia 78 Comments

Zoodles with Romesco Sauce is one of my new favorite dishes, and it’s a low carb dish, too. Nothing beats a good sauce in my book. Romesco sauce is bold, flavorful, and perfect as a topping for a bowl of curly zoodles.

 

Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish! Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is so tasty!

Recipe originally posted in 2018.

I’m currently obsessing over Romesco sauce. I’ve made it before, but I’m not sure why I haven’t tried it again in so long, but it popped up recently and it had me thinking.

It literally takes about three minutes to make this traditional Spanish sauce, and it tastes amazing as a topping for pasta, meats, and fish. Spread it on a sandwich or drizzle it over a salad or vegetables. Go ahead and use it as a dip for veggies (maybe chips??), too.

Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a healthy meal you should make soon. Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a delight, and it's so easy to make, too.

Romesco sauce is bright in both color and flavor. It’s garlicky with a little zing to it, and you only need a handful of ingredients to make it. Can you imagine it includes toasted almonds? Yes! I think they give the sauce a bit of creaminess and a touch of texture.

I’ve been trying to cut carbs from my diet lately. I’m not doing anything “official” or following a fancy or complicated meal plan. Just trying to cut out a bunch of extra carbs. Or in other words, pretty much everything I eat and love!

I love cereal, pasta, pretzels, bread, granola bars. You name it. If it’s loaded with carbs, I probably love it.

Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is easy to twirl up and enjoy. Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a healthy dish you'll love.

If cake is currently on your okay-to-eat list and you like zucchini, try my Zucchini-Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Divine! 

And when the season hits and you find zucchini blossoms on your plants or at the market, try my Fried Zucchini Blossoms as a fun appetizer. They’re so delicate and delicious! 

Pasta has gone by the wayside (Just for a while, pasta. I swear I’ll be back.), but I can still twirl up a forkful of something delightful: in this case, zoodles topped with my new favorite, Romesco sauce.

Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a fresh and delicious dish. Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce should be on your menu as soon as possible.

I sautéed the zucchini noodles in a bit of olive oil for just a few minutes because I can’t think of anything worse than a soggy swirls of zoodles. Plus, I like them with a bit of crunch to them.

Then all you do is top them with this fabulous red sauce, sprinkle on some Feta cheese crumbles and a few grinds of black pepper, and a delicious (and low carb) meal is yours in just minutes!

If you don’t have a tool to spiral your zucchini, no worries: use a vegetable peeler to peel ribbons of zucchini. Instead of spaghetti-like strands of zucchini, you’ll have fettuccine-like strands!

Whether or not you’re cutting back on carbs, Zoodles with Romesco Sauce makes a fabulously flavorful dish that is easy to make. Savor this simple dish soon!

Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce is a healthy, tasty dish that's easy to make. Low carb zoodles with Romesco sauce makes a great meatless dish that's also low carb!

Nutrition

Calories

635 cal

Fat

46 g

Carbs

42 g

Protein

22 g
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Yields Serves 2-4

Low Carb Zoodles with Romesco Sauce
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Ingredients

  • 4 zucchini, ends trimmed
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, cored
  • 6 ounces jarred roasted red peppers packed in oil, drained
  • 1/2 cup toasted almonds
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black peppers
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
  • Feta cheese as garnish

Instructions

  1. Spiral the zucchini (or use a vegetable peeler to create flat ribbons from the zucchini) and set aside.
  2. Add the tomatoes, roasted red peppers, almonds, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to a food processor. Blend, and drizzle the 1/4 cup olive oil into the mixture, until smooth.
  3. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to a skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the zucchini and cook, tossing occasionally, for about 3 minutes.
  5. Remove and divide between plates.
  6. Serve with the Romesco sauce dolloped over the top. Garnish with the Feta cheese and some black pepper.
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Filed Under: Dinner, Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: low carb meals, Romesco sauce, Sauce, zoodles, Zucchini

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Comments

  1. Amanda says

    May 7, 2018 at 10:19 am

    This looks delicious! We have been making a lot more zoodles lately, and this sauce would be perfect on it
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:21 pm

      Thank you, Amanda! Yes, the sauce pairs so well with the zoodles!
      Reply
  2. Ayanna @ 21FlavorsofSplendor says

    May 7, 2018 at 10:55 am

    This looks so yummy and fresh. I have never had romesco sauce, but I will have to make this so I can try it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:21 pm

      hanks, Ayanna! I hope you try it - the Romesco sauce is so, so good!
      Reply
  3. Mirley says

    May 7, 2018 at 11:23 am

    I've been debating to try this. I'm going to pin your post and see if I do one day.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:21 pm

      Hi Mirley! Hope you give it a go soon!
      Reply
  4. Amanda says

    May 7, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    You have truly outdone yourself with this one, looks so delicious!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:21 pm

      Thanks, Amanada! Hope you get to try this soon!
      Reply
  5. Rachel says

    May 7, 2018 at 6:04 pm

    We LOVE zoodles in our house! And I LOVE the idea of using feta on top! GENIUS!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Rachel!
      Reply
  6. Dorothy at Shockinglydelish says

    May 7, 2018 at 6:55 pm

    I had forgotten about Romesco sauce! Great flavor and I love that you used zoodles!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      Bringing it back, baby! I love it! Thank you!
      Reply
  7. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    May 7, 2018 at 6:58 pm

    That Romesco sauce looks heavenly!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      Thanks, Kimberly! It's my new addition! I had leftovers so I've been eating it over eggs, and to dip celery into!
      Reply
  8. Maya says

    May 7, 2018 at 10:58 pm

    Oh I love this recipe! I'm a big fan of zoodles and always looking for a new take on the classic! Thanks for the post!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks, Maya! Hope you try them with this tasty sauce next!
      Reply
  9. Abeer says

    May 8, 2018 at 12:12 am

    This looks so refreshing! Perfect for warm season!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks, Abeer! Yes, for sure!
      Reply
  10. Catalina says

    May 8, 2018 at 12:13 am

    Delicious!!!!! Loooove the low carb zoodles!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      Thank you, Catalina!
      Reply
  11. Anna says

    May 8, 2018 at 7:36 am

    What a fresh and delicious dish! Perfect for Spring and Summer!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      Thanks so much, Anna! Yes, for sure!
      Reply
  12. Joanie says

    May 8, 2018 at 9:19 am

    I've recently starting using my spiralizer again and zucchini noodles have been on the menu at least one day a week. I'm so happy to have found your recipe for Romesco Sauce, the flavors are incredible and perfect with the zoodles.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      Thanks, Joanie! I'm loving this sauce -- so much flavor!
      Reply
  13. Taylor Reese says

    May 9, 2018 at 7:06 am

    This looks delish!!! Can't wait to try it! xo Taylor www.reeseshardwear.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      Thanks! Hope you love it!
      Reply
  14. Tayler Ross says

    May 9, 2018 at 8:45 am

    This is the perfect low carb meal! And that sauce looks incredible!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Tayler!
      Reply
  15. Samantha Dawn says

    May 9, 2018 at 8:56 am

    Low-carb, but HIGH flavour! So much YUM!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      Thanks, Samantha Dawn! Yes, the sauce is my new addition!
      Reply
  16. Beth says

    May 10, 2018 at 1:55 pm

    I've never heard of Romesco sauce, but it sounds tasty! I keep telling myself I'm going to make some zoodles. This looks like the perfect recipe to try them with!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      Thanks, Beth! Hope you try both soon - so tasty!
      Reply
  17. AShley Welborn says

    May 10, 2018 at 3:51 pm

    This looks delicious! I have tried a lot of different noodles, but haven't tried zucchini yet! Will have to give this a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:16 pm

      Thanks, Ashley! It's so good, and I'm totally addicted to the sauce! It makes extra, so I've been eating it on eggs, and dipping celery sticks in it, too!
      Reply
  18. Summer Telban says

    May 10, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    Oh my gosh, this sounds sooooo freaking good! Need this ASAP.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:15 pm

      Thanks, Summer! I hope you try it soon! (I'm addicted!)
      Reply
  19. Keating says

    May 11, 2018 at 8:43 am

    This looks absolutely amazing! I'm definitely going to save this. My husband goes in and out and doing low carb diets and I never know what to make him haha
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:14 pm

      Thanks! Hope you both enjoy it! It's a game for me now -- instead of what I can't eat, I try to figure out what I CAN eat! Lol!
      Reply
  20. Amanda Livesay says

    May 13, 2018 at 10:20 am

    I was just looking for something to do with the rest of a jar of red peppers! Totally making this tonight!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:10 pm

      Oh! Awesome - hope you love this! Thanks, Amanda!
      Reply
  21. Cerys says

    May 16, 2018 at 9:21 am

    After my glut of courgettes this was one of my favourite recipes. I loved how tasty it was and made a delicious healthy dinner for the family.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      Thanks so much, Cerys! It's super tasty, for sure!
      Reply
  22. Taryn says

    May 17, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    This is delicious! What a great topping for zoodles.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 27, 2018 at 7:08 pm

      Thanks so much, Taryn!!
      Reply
  23. Lizet says

    August 14, 2020 at 7:54 am

    Mmm. That Romesco sauce was amazing! I've never made a sauce with almonds before. It made it taste so creamy and amazing.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you, Lizet! Glad you enjoyed it!
      Reply
  24. Beth says

    August 14, 2020 at 7:55 am

    This looks so delicious and tasty! I can't wait to give this a try!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you, Beth! I hope you like them!
      Reply
  25. Pam Greer says

    August 14, 2020 at 7:57 am

    Now I know what's for dinner tonight! I have a crisper drawer full of zucchini and romesco sauce is my husband's favorite!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      That's awesome! A perfect use for those zukes! Thank you, Pam!
      Reply
  26. Sue says

    August 14, 2020 at 8:00 am

    I've been looking for more sauce ideas to have with zoodles - I'll be trying this one VERY soon, it looks so delish!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Hope you love it! Thank you, Sue!
      Reply
  27. Katherine says

    August 14, 2020 at 8:17 am

    Romesco sauce and zoodles are a match made in heaven!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      For sure! Thank you, Katherine!
      Reply
  28. Soniya says

    August 14, 2020 at 9:03 am

    Oh my goodness! Looks so delicious I am always looking for some low carb delicious recipes and I. Definitely trying this tomorrow.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Thank you, Soniya! Enjoy!
      Reply
  29. Mimi says

    August 14, 2020 at 3:47 pm

    Such a yummy recipe, I've never made that sauce I'll definitely give it a go
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Thanks, Mimi! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  30. Tisha says

    August 14, 2020 at 3:55 pm

    I keep telling myself I need to try zoodles! They look so great but just haven't yet. Great recipe
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      I hope this will be the recipe for you to try them :) Thank you!
      Reply
  31. Mahnoor says

    August 15, 2020 at 3:16 am

    These looks so delicious! Love the presentation!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      Thank you so muhc!
      Reply
  32. Catalina says

    August 16, 2020 at 5:36 am

    Deliciousness! My type of dinner! Sounds so good!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      Glad you like it! Thank you!
      Reply
  33. Kerri McConnell says

    August 16, 2020 at 7:31 am

    This looks so incredible and fresh!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      Thanks so much, Kerri!
      Reply
  34. Raina says

    August 16, 2020 at 8:30 am

    This sounds delicious and I have some zucchini’s to use!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      Perfect! Thank you, Raina!
      Reply
  35. Sher says

    August 16, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    It’s been so hot and zucchini noodles look perfect for the heat!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Yes, for sure! Happy Summer! Thanks, Sher!
      Reply
  36. Sara Welch says

    August 16, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    Tried this for dinner last night, and it did not disappoint! Adding to my weekly dinner line up this week; too good to pass up!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Awesome! Glad you liked it, Sara!
      Reply
  37. Kevin says

    August 17, 2020 at 8:47 am

    These look so good! I love a good light dish like this!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Kevin!
      Reply
  38. Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says

    August 17, 2020 at 12:59 pm

    I seriously love zoodles!! This sauce is really fantastic!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks so much, Sandra!
      Reply
  39. Cathy says

    August 18, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    This all sounds amazing... especially that sauce!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:41 pm

      Thanks, Cathy - for sure - it's delicious!
      Reply

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