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Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

Tender spiralized zucchini with light basil pesto and parmesan makes for an easy and fresh meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini spiralized
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Spiralize the zucchini and lay the noodles on paper towels to draw out excess water.
  2. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute the garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the zucchini noodles and toss just until barely tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Remove from the heat, stir in the pesto until coated, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. Top with grated parmesan and serve right away.

Notes

Do not overcook the zucchini or it turns watery; you want it just warmed through.