25-Min Zucchini Pesto Pasta: Unbeatable Fresh & Easy Feast!
A quick and healthy zucchini pesto pasta dish that’s perfect for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
- Sauté zucchini slices in a pan until tender.
- Toss cooked pasta with pesto and sautéed zucchini.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://www.recipekitchenhub.com/zucchini-pesto-pasta-recipe/