Name: Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup fresh basil; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

This vibrant dish features fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a rich, fragrant pesto sauce made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan. Cherry tomatoes burst with flavor, adding a juicy contrast to the creamy pesto. A light and healthy dinner, perfect for low-carb diets or anyone looking for a satisfying vegetarian meal. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, zucchini noodles are a wonderful pasta alternative. Serve this dish warm or chilled for a refreshing twist, making it ideal for a light summer meal or a wholesome dinner option any time of year.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Use a spiralizer for perfect zucchini noodles.
If you prefer a creamier pesto, add a little olive oil or Greek yogurt.
Add pine nuts or walnuts for extra texture.
Serve with a protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.

Yield: 2 servings

Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes

Zucchini noodles with fresh pesto and juicy cherry tomatoes make a light, flavorful, and healthy dinner option.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles using a spiralizer. Set aside.
In a food processor, blend basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto sauce until well coated.
Gently mix in halved cherry tomatoes.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a more decadent twist, add some roasted pine nuts on top for added crunch.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 454Total Fat 43gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 33gCholesterol 11mgSodium 385mgCarbohydrates 13gFiber 4gSugar 6gProtein 9g

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