Nowadays, spiralized zucchini noodles are easy to find at the store, but they’re so much better when freshly cut.Curly & long, they seem like a natural pasta substitute, but let me tell you – these fresh, vibrant veggie noodles can do so much more than sub in for spaghetti!I add them to soups, salads & pasta salads, and even layer them into lasagna. They may seem intimidating to make at home, but with the right tools (spoiler alert: a spiralizer isn’t always necessary!), it’s easy.Plus, making your own zucchini noodles is cheaper than buying them at the store, and it’s fun to transform a vegetable into your favorite pasta shapes.

So grab a bunch of zucchini, and let’s get started! How to Make Zucchini NoodlesZucchini noodles of all shapes & sizes are simple to make.My goal for this post is to show you how to make a variety of noodle shapes using a variety of different kitchen tools.I outline my 5 favorite kinds of zucchini noodles below, along with the pros & cons of each method, what tools you’ll need, and what brands I’ve had the most success with.

1.Make Curly “Spaghetti” Zucchini Noodles using a Spiralizer.I’ve worked with two types of spiralizers – countertop spiralizers and the KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment.Of the countertop spiralizers I’ve owned, the Inspiralizer (pictured above) has been my favorite.

It clamps to the counter, so it doesn’t move around while you work.It’s also easy to clean and relat

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