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Creamy Keto Zucchini Noodles Carbonara Recipe Easy Dairy-Free Option

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A creamy, keto-friendly zucchini noodles carbonara that is quick, easy, and adaptable with a dairy-free option. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting dish swaps traditional pasta for low-carb zucchini noodles and features a silky sauce made with eggs and cream alternatives.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 6 ounces pancetta or bacon, diced (substitute turkey bacon if preferred)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for dairy eaters; use nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened coconut cream or cashew cream (for dairy-free version)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry zucchinis thoroughly. Using a spiralizer, create noodles and place them in a colander. Sprinkle lightly with salt and set aside for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pancetta fat and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  4. Toss zucchini noodles into the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still slightly firm. Remove from heat immediately.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, dairy-free cream (or regular cream), grated Parmesan (or nutritional yeast), salt, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper until smooth.
  6. Working quickly, add the hot zucchini noodles and pancetta back into the bowl with the egg mixture. Toss vigorously using tongs to coat noodles evenly. The residual heat will gently cook the eggs without scrambling them. If noodles cool too much, warm them slightly before mixing.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and additional black pepper or Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Salt and drain zucchini noodles before cooking to prevent sogginess. Toss noodles with sauce off heat to avoid scrambling eggs. Use turkey bacon or omit meat for variations. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet with a splash of water or broth; avoid microwaving to prevent scrambled eggs.

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