ZUCCHINI PASTA WITH ALMOND PESTO

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Categories     Cheese

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3Pounds zucchini
2/3Tablespoon olive oil
1/4Cup whole roasted and unsalted almonds
2/3garlic clove
2/3Cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4Cup grated Parmesan cheese
2/3Teaspoon salt
1/4Cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/8Teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a food processor process the almonds until finely ground. Add the garlic, parsley and Parmesan; pulse 4-6 times. Add in the 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste) and pulse again a few times. Set aside.Spiralize the zucchini or use a grater with the zucchini lengthwise to get longer strands. Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook the zucchini for 4 minutes using tongs to stir and rotate until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Toss the warm zucchini with the pesto, sprinkle with the crushed red child pepper flakes (optional) and divide into pasta bowls. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Note: to roast raw almonds, heat oven to 350°F, toss nuts on a sheet pan and roast for 10 minutes. Cool before using.

John Blankenbaker
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I also love that it's a healthier alternative to traditional pasta.


Rafiki
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. The almond pesto is so flavorful that it really masks the taste of the zucchini.


Mir Abdullah
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This recipe is a keeper! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. What more could you ask for?


Rachel Galloway
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I love the idea of using zucchini noodles instead of pasta. It's a great way to get more vegetables into my diet.


Andrew Rivas
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The almond pesto is delicious! I'll definitely be using it on other dishes in the future.


Guneev PlayzYT
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


peaches georgia
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the almond pesto, and they couldn't believe that the noodles were made from zucchini.


Jahn Ullah
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the zucchini noodles, and they couldn't get enough of the almond pesto.


Faisal Vohra
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to use zucchini, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The almond pesto is a delicious twist on the classic basil pesto, and it pairs perfectly with the tender zucchini noodles.


Michael Babatunde
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This zucchini pasta with almond pesto is a game-changer! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant, and the almond pesto is incredibly flavorful. I love that it's a healthier alternative to traditional pasta, and it's so easy to make.