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Creamy Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles: A Guilt-Free Delight

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A fresh and healthy dish featuring zucchini noodles tossed in a creamy avocado pesto.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large zucchinis
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Spiralize zucchinis into noodles or create thin strips with a vegetable peeler.
  2. Blend avocado, basil, nuts, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor; add olive oil gradually until creamy.
  3. Toss zucchini noodles in a bowl with the avocado pesto until well coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with extra nuts or basil if desired.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the nuts or herbs in the pesto.
  • Best served fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for a short time.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Raw
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg