Zucchini "Noodles"

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 1/2 pounds small zucchini
• finely julienned
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons minced parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, warm the olive oil.
2. Add half the thyme and all the garlic and cook over moderate heat for 1 minute.
3. Add the zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until it just begins to lose its crunch, about 5 minutes; season it with salt and pepper as it cooks.
4. Transfer the zucchini to a bowl and toss it with the parsley, lemon juice and the remaining thyme.
5. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.