Preparation

1. Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Add grated zucchini and salt, cooking for 8 to 12 minutes until softened.
4. Stir occasionally and introduce black pepper and optional red pepper flakes.

Cooking the Pasta

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until tender.
2. Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Combining

1. Add hot drained pasta directly into the skillet with zucchini sauce.
2. Toss the pasta so the zucchini coats the noodles.
3. Add 1/3 cup of reserved pasta water and toss again until glossy.
4. Sprinkle in Parmesan gradually while tossing to help it melt.
5. Add more pasta water a splash at a time until desired sauce consistency is achieved.
6. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as preferred.