Pesto zoodles –Today, I want to share a delightful and fresh recipe that’s perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a healthier twist on pasta: Simple Vegan Pesto Zoodles. This dish not only boasts incredible flavors but is also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a light meal or side dish. Let’s dive into this easy-to-follow recipe!
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Feast your eyes on this vibrant plate of zoodles, a fantastic alternative to traditional pasta. With a refreshing pesto sauce and a medley of veggies, this dish is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!

Ingredients
Before we get started, let’s gather our ingredients. You’ll need the following:
- 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts for a more budget-friendly option)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish)
- Optional: additional vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for a colorful touch
Instructions
Now let’s get to the fun part: making our delicious zoodles!
- Start by preparing your zucchini. Wash them thoroughly and spiralize them into noodle shapes. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can also use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips of zucchini.
- In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, and a pinch of salt. Pulse them together to create a coarse mixture.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a creamy consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
- In a large skillet, lightly sauté your zoodles over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to soften. Be careful not to overcook them, as you want to maintain a bit of crunch!
- Remove the skillet from heat and toss the zoodles with the prepared pesto until they are well coated.
- Serve your vegan pesto zoodles in bowls and top with halved cherry tomatoes and any additional veggies you like for that extra burst of flavor and color.
Enjoy your Simple Vegan Pesto Zoodles warm, and relish every bite of this vibrant and nutritious meal! Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Trust me, you’re going to want to make this again and again!