Zucchini Noodles With Pesto
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto is a light, refreshing, and low-carb dish made by tossing spiralized zucchini with a vibrant basil pesto. It’s a quick and healthy summer favorite served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes (optional)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course or Side Dish
- Method: No Cook or Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
4 small zucchini, ends trimmed
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: cherry or grape tomatoes
Instructions
- Spiralize zucchini using a julienne peeler, mandoline, or spiralizer. Set aside.
- In a food processor, pulse basil and garlic until chopped. Slowly stream in olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Add lemon juice and Parmesan. Pulse again. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss zucchini noodles with pesto until evenly coated. Top with cherry tomatoes if using.
- Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature, or lightly sauté zoodles for 1–2 minutes for a warm option.
Notes
- For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and add lemon zest for brightness.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
- Store pesto separately and combine just before serving for freshest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/zucchini-noodles-with-pesto/
