This simple dish uses just five ingredients to achieve a fresh and bright pasta-salad substitute by employing zucchini “noodles” (made using a vegetable peeler!) as a delicious stand-in. The noodles make a fantastic side, or top them with shrimp, white beans or smoked tofu for a light summer main course.
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Method
Using a vegetable peeler, remove long strips from 1 zucchini and place in a bowl; when you reach the soft, seedy core, place it in a food processor.
Repeat with remaining zucchini. Refrigerate zucchini "noodles".
Add almonds, 1 cup of the basil, vinegar and salt to the food processor with zucchini cores.
Pulse, scraping down sides of the food processor frequently, until a chunky purée forms.
Toss noodles with almond pesto.
Slice remaining 1/4 cup basil and sprinkle on top.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
130
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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