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Zucchini Noodles with Asparagus and Mint Pesto

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Enjoy these zucchini noodles with pesto vegetables and creamy avocado for a quick, healthy, vegetarian, and gluten-free dinner in minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchinis spiralized into noodles
  • 2 large ripe Hass avocados peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh basil leaves packed
  • 2 large garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh Meyer lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) Napa Valley extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) toasted pine nuts or Central Valley walnuts
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the zucchinis. Trim the ends and spiralize them or use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons. Place the noodles in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and set aside for 10 minutes to drain excess moisture.
  2. Combine avocados, basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan, pine nuts, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
  3. Press the zucchini noodles gently with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel after 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  4. Transfer the zucchini noodles to a large bowl. Pour the avocado pesto over the noodles and toss gently to coat. Add a teaspoon of olive oil or lemon juice if the sauce is too thick.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra toasted pine nuts, a sprinkle of Parmesan, and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5g

Notes

Moisture Management: I cannot stress enough how important it is to salt and drain your zucchini noodles for at least ten minutes because skipping this step will result in a watery mess on your plate.
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