Description
A fresh and vibrant dish combining zucchini noodles tossed in homemade pesto and sun-dried tomatoes for a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly add olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the pesto and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, tossing to coat the noodles evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 5