A fresh and healthy twist on dinner featuring zucchini noodles tossed in basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts.
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Zucchini Noodles with Pesto: A Fresh Twist on Dinner!
Description
A fresh and healthy twist on dinner featuring zucchini noodles tossed in basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 1/2 cupbasil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cupcherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cuppine nuts, toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
- Remove from heat and toss with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
- Serve topped with toasted pine nuts and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese.
Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 6g
