Creamy Taco Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles are the perfect substitute for pasta.  You'll almost never know your not eating pasta!  The texture is like an al dente noodle, paired with a flavorful sauce you'll never miss the real thing!  This sauce has a kick and is a deliciously creamy taco flavored sauce.  It's so simple to put together...enjoy as a side dish or as a meatless main.

You'll Need:

• 4 medium to small zucchini or summer squash
• 1 small jalapeno, seeds and ribs removed and finely diced (optional)
• 1/2 large onion, sliced
• 1 packet of taco seasoning (or 1/4 cup of this homemade version)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 3 tbl cream cheese
• cilantro (optional)

Using a small size french fry slicer on a mandolin, slice the zucchini down length wise to form "noodles".  If you don't have a mandolin, slice the zucchini 1/8 in thick length wise, then slice into thin pasta like strips.  Heat a large skillet and drizzle in about 1 tablespoon of olive oil.  Add in the jalapeno and onion and saute about 5 minutes.  Add in the zucchini and saute another 5 minutes.  Add in the tomatoes and the taco seasoning and stir to combine.  Finally add in the cream cheese and stir until the cheese has melted.  Garnish with cilantro if desired.