Meatballs and Marinara with Zucchini Noodles

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Servings: 2 | Suggested prep time: 5 minutes | Estimated cooking time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fully cooked gluten-free frozen meatballs
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 12 ounces prepared zucchini noodles
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Heat meatballs with marinara in a covered saucepan following meatball package directions; add a splash of water if sauce thickens.
  2. Verify the meatballs are hot through to 165°F.
  3. Add zucchini noodles and cook uncovered 2–4 minutes until just tender. Divide into bowls and top with Parmesan.

Low-energy prep tip

Uses pre-cooked frozen meatballs and packaged zucchini noodles.

Recipe notes

Use meatballs labeled fully cooked; raw frozen meatballs require a different method.

Dietary labels apply only when all packaged ingredients meet those requirements. Check labels and cross-contact guidance for your needs. Salt is optional where listed; follow your own care plan rather than using a recipe to set sodium intake.

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