10-Minute Pesto Zucchini Noodles

A super-fast, low-carb dish tossing fresh zucchini spirals in a vibrant basil pesto with cherry tomatoes and parmesan.

Prep time: 5 mins · Cook time: 5 mins · Serves 2

Ingredients

• 2 large Zucchini, spiralized into noodles
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil pesto
• 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Pine nuts (optional for crunch)
• to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the spiralized zucchini noodles and halved cherry tomatoes to the pan. Sauté for just 2-3 minutes; do not overcook or the noodles will become soggy.
3. Remove the skillet from the heat.
4. Stir in the fresh basil pesto, tossing the noodles gently until they are evenly coated in the sauce.
5. Season lightly with salt and generously with black pepper.
6. Serve warm, topped with grated parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of pine nuts.