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One Pot Meatballs and Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles)

Manila Spoon
Use left-over or store-bought meatballs to make this quick, easy and super-yummy 3-ingredient One-Pot Meatballs and Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles). Gluten-free and healthy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 254 kcal

Equipment

  • Spiralizer or peelers that can make zoodles

Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb storebought or homemade meatballs, left-overs are perfect for this or use fresh or frozen ones, too.
  • 24 oz pasta sauce of your choice, (increase or lessen the amount depending on how much meatballs you have - if less or more than 1 pound)
  • 5 large zucchinis, peeled (or unpeeled, if preferred) and turned into zoodles
  • salt and pepper, adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, simmer the meatballs in the pasta sauce for about 10 minutes. Use low to medium heat.
  • While the meatballs are simmering, prepare the zoodles. Rinse and dry the zucchinis then chop off the ends. You can either use a spiralizer or a julienne peeler to make the zoodles.
  • Simply follow the manufacturer’s instructions on whichever gadget you are using. For a julienne peeler, place the side with the sharp teeth on the zucchini and drag it down the entire length of the vegetable.
  • Remove the zoodles you just made and transfer to a plate. Repeat the process until you just about reach the seeded part in the middle.
  • When done, add the zoodles to the simmering meatballs and stir. Don’t worry if the sauce seems dry because the zoodles will release some liquid as it cooks.
  • Cook for about 3-5 minutes or until the zoodles are cooked but still retain some crunch and not mushy. Season to taste with a little salt and pepper, if needed. Serve with some parmesan on the side, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

 
TIPS & TRICKS
Use gluten-free, low-carb or keto-friendly meatballs if that is preferred. Left-over meatballs are perfect for this, too or simply use fresh or frozen ones, too.
Increase or lessen the amount of pasta sauce depending on how much meatballs you have - (if less or more than 1 pound).

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 16gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 593mgPotassium: 980mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 823IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 2mg
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