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Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

A fresh and healthy alternative to traditional pasta, zucchini noodles are tossed with a vibrant homemade pesto sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Zucchini Noodles
  • 4 medium zucchini spiralized
Pesto Sauce
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Pesto
  1. In a blender, combine basil, parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
Cook the Zucchini Noodles
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the spiralized zucchini noodles and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
Combine and Serve
  1. Remove the skillet from heat and add the pesto sauce to the zucchini noodles. Toss to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp.

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