Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles
A delightful and healthy alternative to traditional pasta, these avocado pesto zucchini noodles are creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Set aside.
- In a food processor, combine avocados, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and blend until smooth.
- Toss the zucchini noodles with the avocado pesto in a large bowl until fully coated.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra basil or nuts if desired.
Notes
Store zucchini noodles and pesto separately in the fridge for up to 3 days to prevent sogginess. Add toppings like grilled chicken or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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