MAIN Zoodle Pesto Pasta
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Yield 4-6 servings
This is such a great dish for the beginner cook, or even a smaller family, couple or single guy/gal. The truth is, any amount of your choosing can be prepared at one time, so only make what you need. Pull ingredients from the fridge throughout the week and have a bright dinner or side filled with basil-y pesto flavor and toast-y pine nuts anytime!
Ingredients
1 pkg zucchini noodles (zoodles)
1 quart water or broth
1 jar basil pesto** or 2 cups fresh basil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 pinch red pepper flakes and 1 lemon
1 pkg arugula
1 pint grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1 cup pine nuts, toasted *for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, cook zoodles and water together until tender, about 5-10 minutes on high.
- Add pesto, arugula and tomatoes, mix and cover to steam for 5 more minutes off heat.
- Remove lid again, toss gently and top with pine nuts to serve.
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Recipe by Vie at https://getvie.com/free-meal-plans/