Zucchini Noodle Carbonara Bacon (Printable)

A lighter twist on carbonara with spiralized zucchini noodles, turkey bacon, and creamy cheeses.

# Components:

→ Produce

01 - 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Protein

04 - 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped

→ Dairy & Eggs

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese (optional)

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste

→ Garnish

10 - Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crisp, approximately 6-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and drain it on paper towels. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the rendered bacon fat in the skillet and discard any excess.
02 - In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, Pecorino Romano cheese (if using), freshly ground black pepper, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set this mixture aside.
03 - Add the minced garlic to the skillet containing the reserved bacon fat. Sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
04 - Introduce the spiralized zucchini noodles into the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Gently toss the noodles with tongs to coat them in the fat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, just until the noodles are slightly softened but still retain a pleasant al dente texture.
05 - Remove the skillet from the heat. Swiftly pour the prepared egg and cheese mixture over the warm zucchini noodles. Toss vigorously and continuously to coat the noodles evenly, allowing the residual heat to cook the eggs and form a creamy sauce without scrambling.
06 - Gently fold in half of the cooked turkey bacon crumble into the zucchini noodle mixture. Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed to achieve your desired flavor profile.
07 - Divide the Zucchini Noodle Carbonara among individual serving plates. Crown each plate with the remaining crispy turkey bacon crumble, chopped fresh parsley, and an additional grating of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Low carb and gluten free alternative to traditional carbonara
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Creates a silky sauce without cream
02 -
  • Only 210 calories per serving compared to traditional carbonara which can exceed 600 calories
  • Perfect for meal prep lunches when stored properly
  • Great way to use up summer zucchini abundance
03 -
  • Use the largest holes on your spiralizer for zucchini noodles that most resemble pasta
  • Room temperature eggs incorporate more smoothly into the sauce than cold ones
  • For extra richness without adding dairy cream try stirring in 1 tablespoon of olive oil at the final toss

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