Creamy Zucchini Noodles with Eggs
Tender zucchini noodles tossed in a garlic-Parmesan cream sauce and topped with skillet-cooked eggs.
Instructions
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Step 1
Spread the spiralized zucchini over paper towels and pat it thoroughly dry.
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Step 2
Heat 1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Crack in the eggs, cover, and cook until the whites are set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness.
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Step 3
Remove the frying pan from the heat and keep the eggs covered while preparing the zucchini noodles.
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Step 4
Heat 2 tsp (10 ml) olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant without browning.
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Step 5
Add the zucchini noodles and toss over medium heat until just tender.
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Step 6
Reduce to low heat. Add the heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper, then toss until the cheese melts and the sauce lightly coats the noodles.
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Step 7
Divide the creamy zucchini noodles between two plates, top each serving with two eggs, and finish with the parsley.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: moderate
Use pasteurized eggs if serving the yolks runny. For fully cooked eggs, cook to an internal temperature of 71°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 2 days.
Risk factors
- Raw eggs may contain harmful bacteria.
- Runny yolks present a greater risk to pregnant people, young children, older adults, and immunocompromised diners.
- Cooked eggs and cream sauce require prompt refrigeration.