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Spinach Basil Pesto Zucchini Noodles

  • Author: Homemaker's Habitat
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Vegetarian Main Dish

Description

You’ll feel amazing all over when you dig into a bowl of these gorgeous Spinach Basil Pesto Zucchini Noodles. Throw it in a jar for the perfect portable lunch or add a protein for a delicious dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchini, ends trimmed
  • 4 cups spinach
  • 2 cups basil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted and cooled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Use a julienne peeler, mandolin or spiralizer to slice the zucchini into noodles. Set aside.
  2. Place the spinach, basil, garlic, garlic, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender. Turn on the machine and blend for 30 seconds. Slowly stream in the olive oil while the machine is running. Process until smooth.
  3. Combine the zucchini noodles and pesto. Toss until zucchini noodles are well coated with pesto. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and chopped basil, if desired. Serve room temperature or chilled.