A colorful plate of zoodles with sautéed potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs

Zoodles instead of pasta

zoodles with sauteed potatoes

By:

Savory Touch

Published:

01 May 2025
A colorful plate of zoodles with sautéed potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs
This is a quick, healthy, and tasty method of having zucchini noodles (zoodles) and potatoes. It's ridiculously versatile, too! I made this first as an easy dinner on a weeknight, but it can very easily be made fancy enough for dinner proper. This is great if you're cutting back the not-so-healthy stuff but don't want to lose any flavor. Yum!
Close-up shot of perfectly cooked zoodles and potatoes
I came up with this recipe idea after a hike with friends. We were all starving afterwards, and I was craving something light yet satisfying. The potatoes provide substance, and the zoodles provide a healthy, fresh contrast. It's something that you'll feel good eating, both physically and mentally. I'm warning you tho: This dish is ridiculously simple to prepare and is completely addictive. You've been warned!
A person enjoying a plate of zoodles with sautéed potatoes outdoors

Required Equipments

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Vegetable peeler or spiralizer
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Potato masher (optional)

Zoodles with Sauteed Potatoes: Frequently Asked Questions

Zoodles with Sauteed Potatoes

A quick, light, and flavorful dish combining tender sautéed potatoes and zucchini noodles. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal!

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time:

🍽 Ingredients

📖 Instructions

  1. Wash and prepare your zucchini: Give your zucchini a good wash and pat it dry. Using a vegetable peeler or spiralizer, create long, thin zucchini noodles (zoodles). If using a peeler, try to make them as uniform as possible. Set aside. If you're feeling really fancy, you can use a julienne peeler to create even thinner zoodles.
  2. Prepare the potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. The smaller the pieces, the quicker they’ll cook. I aim for about half-inch cubes. Don't worry about perfect uniformity; rustic is good!
  3. Sauté the potatoes: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly golden brown. This will take about 10-15 minutes, depending on how small you chopped them. You should be able to easily pierce them with a fork.
  4. Add the zoodles: Once the potatoes are cooked, add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Stir gently to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the zoodles are tender-crisp. They should still have a slight bite but not be mushy. Overcooked zoodles are sad zoodles.
  5. Season and serve: Remove the skillet from the heat. Season the zoodles and potatoes with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. I like a bit of garlic powder and maybe some Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!

📝 Notes

  • Feel free to add other herbs and spices to your liking. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens things up nicely.
  • If you want a creamy texture, you can mash some of the potatoes before adding the zoodles.
  • Don't overcook the zoodles! They should be tender-crisp, not mushy

🍎 Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal

Protein: 5g

Fat: 10g

Carbohydrates: 35g

Fiber: 5g

Calcium: 20mg

“The joy of cooking lies not just in the final dish, but in the journey of creating it.”

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