Zucchini noodles

INGREDIENTS 

• 4 zucchinis (about 4 cups), cut into thin noodles with a vegetable slicer
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1½ cups crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 2 tablespoons black olives chopped
• ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
• ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika 
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
• Feta cheese, for garnish if desired

DIRECTIONS

1. Place zucchini noodles in a colander and sprinkle with salt.
2. Allow the zucchini noodles to drain. Toss and squeeze out any extra moisture. Set aside.
3. Add oil to a large saucepan.
4. Add in onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.
5. Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. Add capers and black olives for one more minute.
7. Add in crushed tomatoes, oregano and paprika. Bring to a light simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
8. Add zucchini noodles to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
9. Stir in basil and feta cheese.
10. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

*To make the zucchini pasta you need a Vegetable Slicer. A mandolin would also work great for this.

Enjoy !!

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