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Zucchini Noodle Carbonara

Made with Lilydale® Turkey Bacon and spiralized zucchini noodles, this take on a classic carbonara is low-carb and gluten-free.


  • 1 package (375 g)
  • 3
    egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup (175 mL)
    grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 3 tbsp (45 mL)
    olive oil
  • 3
    cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups (2 L)
    zucchini spiralized noodles
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL)
    35% whipping cream
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL)
    cracked pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL)
    salt
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL)
    finely chopped fresh chives
  1. Whisk together egg yolks and 1/2 cup (125 mL) Parmesan cheese in large bowl; set aside.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook Lilydale®Turkey Bacon for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Stir in zucchini spiralized noodles; cook for about 2 minutes or until well coated and just starting to soften. Stir in 1/3 cup (75 mL) water and cream. Bring to boil; simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add egg yolk mixture; toss to combine. Season with pepper and salt. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and chives.

Add cooked peas or halved grape tomatoes to zucchini spiralized noodles if desired.


Recipe Overview

SERVES: 4

PREP TIME: 10 minutes

COOK TIME: 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes



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