Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes

This healthy Italian main dish features spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with a vibrant homemade pesto and fresh cherry tomatoes, making for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner that’s packed with flavor and nutrition.

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini to create noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler. 2. In a small food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of water if needed for consistency. 3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. 4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and pesto, cooking for another minute until everything is heated through. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, topped with optional grated Parmesan cheese.

1 medium zucchini 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves 1 tablespoon pine nuts 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for serving