Zucchini Noodles With Pesto (Printable)

Tender zucchini spirals tossed with fresh homemade basil pesto for a light Italian-inspired meal ready in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Zucchini Noodles

01 - 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt

→ Pesto

04 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts
07 - 1 garlic clove
08 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese
12 - Fresh basil leaves
13 - Crushed red pepper flakes optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a food processor, combine basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
02 - With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil and lemon juice until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
03 - Using a spiralizer, create noodle-like strands from the zucchinis.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles with a pinch of salt and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until tender-crisp but not mushy.
05 - Remove from heat and toss zucchini noodles with desired amount of pesto, starting with half and adjusting to taste.
06 - Divide between serving plates. Top with extra Parmesan, fresh basil leaves, and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal cooking.
  • A healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional pasta with only 9g of carbohydrates.
  • Uses fresh, simple ingredients for a bright and herbaceous flavor.
02 -
  • Start by adding only half the pesto and adjust according to your preference.
  • Always check labels on cheese to ensure they meet your dietary and allergen needs.
  • Serve the dish as soon as it is tossed to maintain the best consistency.
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