Description
Enjoy a vibrant and healthy twist on traditional pasta with Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles, packed with flavor and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts (or walnuts)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spiralize the Zucchini: Wash the zucchinis and spiralize them into zoodles or slice into thin strips.
- Prep Your Avocado Pesto: In a food processor, combine avocado, basil, lemon juice, garlic, and pine nuts; pulse until smooth.
- Season to Taste: Taste the pesto and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine Pesto and Zoodles: Toss spiralized zucchini with the avocado pesto until coated.
- Lightly Sauté (Optional): Sauté zoodles in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes if you prefer them warm.
- Serve It Up: Plate zoodles and add garnishes like crushed nuts or parmesan cheese if desired.
- Enjoy: Gather around and enjoy this flavorful dish with loved ones!
Notes
Consider garnishing with microgreens or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: zucchini noodles, avocado pesto, healthy pasta, gluten-free, vegetarian meal