Zucchini Noodles with Meat Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 24 oz tomato sauce
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Spiralize the 4 zucchinis into noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, use a vegetable peeler to make wide ribbons. Set aside.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the 1 diced onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Return the beef to the skillet. Pour in the 24 oz tomato sauce, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer. Let it bubble gently for 10 minutes until thickened.

5. 5

   Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still slightly crisp. Serve immediately.

6. 6

   If you like, top with grated Parmesan or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.

Tools you’ll need

• Spiralizer or vegetable peeler
• Large skillet
• Slotted spoon
• Cutting board
• Knife

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