What are zucchini noodles?

Zucchini noodles, or zoodles, are a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta made from spiralized zucchini.

Pesto is generally healthy, made from fresh basil, olive oil, and nuts, though it can be calorie-dense.

How do I make zucchini noodles?

You can make zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler.

Pasta

Fresh zucchini spirals tossed in a vibrant basil pesto sauce for a low-carb meal.

Per 100 g

70 kcal

1 serving

140 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3 g / 100g	10 g / 100g	4 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 14% · Carbs 45% · Fat 41%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 serving (200 g, 140 kcal) is 7% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 serving takes about 34 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Zucchini Noodles with Pesto is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 238 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto	70	3 g
Roasted Garlic and Herb Pasta	150	5 g
Garlic Mushroom Pasta	210	6 g
Creamy Pesto Pasta	220	8 g
Thai Green Curry Pasta	290	8 g
Spinach Artichoke Pasta	320	9 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

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Low-calorie alternative to pasta, ideal for weight loss.

What are zucchini noodles?: Zucchini noodles, or zoodles, are a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta made from spiralized zucchini.
Is pesto healthy?: Pesto is generally healthy, made from fresh basil, olive oil, and nuts, though it can be calorie-dense.
How do I make zucchini noodles?: You can make zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler.

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