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Low-Carb Italian Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

Cost $10, save $7

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 30 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 2 medium zucchinis
    • 🍅 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes

  • Protein

    • 🍗 4 oz grilled chicken breast

  • Dressings and seasonings

    • 1/4 cup basil pesto
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 🧀 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
    • 🧂 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper

STEPS

1

Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchinis into noodles. Set aside.

2

Halve cherry tomatoes and grill them slightly in a heated skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil until soft.

3

Heat the zucchini noodles in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes until tender but not mushy.

4

Add grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, and pesto to the skillet with zucchini noodles. Toss well.

5

Top with grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

280

Calories

  • 35g
    Protein
  • 10g
    Carbs
  • 12g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

For a vegetarian option, skip the chicken and add toasted pine nuts for extra crunch.You can use store-bought pesto, but a fresh homemade version will elevate the flavors.Zucchini noodles are best cooked right before serving to maintain their texture.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.