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Creamy Zucchini Noodles Alfredo<\/h1>\n

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Indulgent, Creamy Zucchini Noodles Alfredo, ready in just a few minutes! Loads of flavor thanks to the fresh mushrooms and garlic!<\/h3>\n

Throw in some grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak and you’ve got a protein-packed, lower carb meal that you will absolutely CRAVE!<\/h3>\n

I DO NOT eat a “Low Carb diet” personally, but I do enjoy lower-carb meals here and there ESPECIALLY in the heat of the summer.<\/h3>\n

It’s almost full-on ZUCCHINI SEASON here in Utah!<\/h3>\n

Do you have zucchini growing in your garden? If not, zucchini is now in-season, super abundant and VERY inexpensive at the Farmer’s Markets throughout mid-late Summer…that’s if your neighbors don’t leave a big bag of it on your front porch as mine often do here in Utah. \ud83e\udd17<\/h3>\n

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\u27a1\ufe0fDid you know:<\/h2>\n

Zucchini has quite an impressive nutritional scoreboard \u2013 from high levels of potassium, B-vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, all which offer huge benefits to our overall health.<\/h3>\n

It’s shown that eating zucchini regularly in place of processed carbohydrates (such as pasta) can even help regulate our blood sugar levels, which can greatly benefit diabetics.<\/h3>\n

Eating zucchini several times each week, in place of processed carbs, can also help us with our weight loss & health goals.<\/h3>\n

Zucchini is extremely low in calories but gives us the feeling of being full. Therefore, it is a great way to satisfy our appetites without grabbing lots of empty calories or carbs.<\/h3>\n

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\u27a1\ufe0f Another tip:<\/h2>\n

If you have issues with soggy zucchini, you can sprinkle your zucchini slices with a little salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes, then blot moisture with paper towels. This can help prevent sogginess in your finished dish.<\/h3>\n

\ud83e\udd5bUse ANY unsweetened\/plain milk of your choice. My personal favorite for this dish is unsweetened coconut milk or cashew milk.<\/h3>\n

Any unsweetened nut milk, coconut milk, or high-quality grass-fed cow’s milk\/cream all work really well here. Use what you personally like and have on hand.<\/h3>\n

I think you’ll also love this recipe<\/a><\/h3>\n

4 servings<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Ingredients:<\/h2>\n
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  • 4 large zucchinis<\/li>\n
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil, grass-fed butter, ghee, or extra virgin olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 1 lb. mushrooms, thinly sliced (shiitake, button)<\/li>\n
  • 4 fresh garlic cloves, pressed<\/li>\n
  • 2 Tbsps arrowroot powder, gluten-free flour, or cornstarch<\/li>\n
  • 1 1\/2 cups milk of choice<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or unsweetened coconut yogurt, room temperature<\/li>\n
  • sea salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    • freshly chopped thyme or parsley for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Instructions:<\/h2>\n

      Prepare your zucchini noodles by carefully slicing them into strips or using a spiralizer.<\/h3>\n

      Place your zucchini noodles into a colander over the sink. Sprinkle them lightly with sea salt and allow to drain off any moisture for about 10 minutes.<\/h3>\n

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      Heat your oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saut\u00e9 your mushrooms and garlic for 5 minutes; stir in the arrowroot powder.<\/h3>\n

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      Cook for about a minute, while stirring constantly. Continue to stir while adding in the milk little by little, until fully incorporated and smooth.<\/h3>\n

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      Allow your sauce to gently bubble for a couple of minutes, then stir in the parmesan cheese and remove from heat.
      \nStir in the yogurt, then taste test and add sea salt, and pepper if desired.<\/h3>\n

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      Lightly blot your zucchini noodles with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add your prepared zucchini noodles into your sauce and stir to combine.<\/h3>\n

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      Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.
      \nEnjoy while hot!
      \n\ud83d\udc9aRachel<\/h3>\n

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