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Zucchini noodles in a cream bowl topped with basil almond pesto and micro greens
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5 from 3 votes

Zucchini Noodles with Almond Pesto

These zucchini noodles topped with basil-almond pesto make a perfect light summer side dish or easy weeknight meal! 
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Veggies & Sides
Cuisine: American
Keyword: summer side dish, zucchini noodles
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large zucchini
  • 1 cup basil leaves packed
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 1 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons roasted pepitas
  • ½ cup micro greens
  • 1 ounce pancetta chopped and cooked until crispy (optional)

Instructions

  • Spiralize the zucchini.  Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchini into noodles.  Place on several paper towels, roll up and squeeze out excess water. Leave rolled and let sit until you are ready to sauté. 
  • Make the pesto. Place the basil, garlic, almonds and parmesan in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a standard blade. Pulse several times until the mixture begins to incorporate.  With the motor running slowly pour in 3 tablespoons of olive oil and continue to process until fully incorporated.  Remove pesto from food processor and set aside in a small bowl until ready to use. 
  • Sauté the noodles.  Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-5 minutes until just tender.  Remove from heat and add pesto to the pan.  Mix until the zucchini is coated.  
  • Serve. Divide the zucchini noodles between two bowls or plates, top with pepitas and micro greens.  If using pancetta, add that and then serve.  

Notes

  • If you are not planning to eat all of the zucchini noodles at once I'd recommend refrigerating the zucchini and pesto separately until ready to serve.  Then sauté just before serving.  
  • Nutrition information does not include the pancetta

Nutrition

Serving: 1½ cups | Calories: 340kcal