Zucchini Noodles with Pesto
A light and fresh dish, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The zucchini noodles are tossed in a delicious homemade pesto sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 2
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
- Pine nuts - 1/4 cup
- Garlic - 2 cloves
- Basil leaves - 2 cups
- Zucchini - 2 large, spiralized
Let's Get Started
- In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly add the olive oil until the pesto is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, until just tender.
- Remove from heat and toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g