plural zoodles
: a long, thin strip of zucchini that resembles a string or narrow ribbon of pasta
But zoodles need not be maligned by those who aren't necessarily on a particular diet or by the most ardent pasta purists, because when properly prepared, zoodles can be totally delicious.—
Daisy Nichols
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Jennifer Garner is serving up zoodles and a fresh look this fall!
—Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2023
It can be transformed into zucchini noodles (zoodles!), sautéed or grilled as a side, baked into bread, incorporated in refreshing soups, tossed with pasta, mixed into a summer salad — the list goes on.
—Jamie Ballard, Good Housekeeping, 30 June 2023
Add these to some zoodles for a keto-friendly Italian dinner.
—Isadora Baum, Men's Health, 5 Apr. 2023
In theory, this should turn your zucchini into zoodles.
—Emily Flake, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2023
Or spiralize, chop, or shred vegetables to create fun alternatives like zoodles (zucchini noodles) with pesto or tomato sauce.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 10 Mar. 2023
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Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2023
It can be transformed into zucchini noodles (zoodles!), sautéed or grilled as a side, baked into bread, incorporated in refreshing soups, tossed with pasta, mixed into a summer salad — the list goes on.
—Jamie Ballard, Good Housekeeping, 30 June 2023
Add these to some zoodles for a keto-friendly Italian dinner.
—Isadora Baum, Men's Health, 5 Apr. 2023
In theory, this should turn your zucchini into zoodles.
—Emily Flake, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2023
Or spiralize, chop, or shred vegetables to create fun alternatives like zoodles (zucchini noodles) with pesto or tomato sauce.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 10 Mar. 2023
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“Zoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zoodle. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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