# Zucchini Noodle Recipes This Light Pasta Recipe Features Fresh Veggies and Spicy Shrimp By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-pasta References: [iamafoodblog](http://iamafoodblog.com/spicy-shrimp-and-zucchini-noodles/) Iamafoodblog's light pasta recipe is made from a blend of fresh veggie and [spiced shrimp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancheros-chile-lime-shrimp) ingredients. In recent years gluten-free diets have gained popularity among those with a wheat tolerance and are no longer designated for grain allergy sufferers. These shrimp and [zucchini noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-heaven) are a great alternative to gluten pastas and are infused with a blend of fresh lemon, herbs and fennel. Iamafoodblog's recipe is adapted from top food publication Bon Appétit and is flavored with garlic cloves, red pepper flakes and chopped cilantro. The light pasta recipe is cooked with natural olive oil and is accented with a salt and ground pepper garnish. This healthy recipe is a great lunch or dinner choice for those looking for nutrition and taste. The meal is also a [gluten-free pasta alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1) that doesn't skip out on flavor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gluten-free Diets:** Opportunity for developing innovative gluten-free pasta alternatives. - **Healthy Recipes:** Opportunity for creating and promoting nutritious yet delicious meal options. - **Veggie Noodles:** Opportunity for incorporating more fresh vegetables into pasta dishes through creative noodle substitutes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market gluten-free pasta alternatives and nutritious meal options. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunity for businesses to offer gluten-free pasta options and promote healthy eating habits. - **Culinary Equipment:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create innovative kitchen tools for easily making vegetable noodles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Zesty Shrimp Scampi Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemon-garlic-shrimp-scampi.md) - [Low-Carb Linguini Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leanguini.md) - [Egg White Spaghetti Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-white-spaghetti.md) - [Regenerative Algae Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirulina-spaghetti.md) - [Gluten-Free Pasta Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-giadzy-pasta.md) - [Yellow Pea-Based Spaghettis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb.md) - [Coconut Water Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-water-noodles.md) - [Nutritious Pasta Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-pasta-sides.md) - [Nutritious Seaweed Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaweed-pastas.md)