Zucchini Noodles with Pesto: Easy Recipe for a Healthy Twist
A delicious and healthy twist on traditional pasta, using zucchini noodles and fresh pesto.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Spiralize the zucchinis to create noodles.
- In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and olive oil; blend until smooth.
- Season pesto with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss zucchini noodles with pesto until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional pine nuts and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Try adding cherry tomatoes or grilled chicken for extra flavor.
- Ensure the zucchini noodles are not overcooked to maintain their texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: Zucchini Noodles, Pesto, Healthy Recipe