Avocado Pesto Zoodles (Printable Version)

Tender zucchini noodles coated in rich avocado basil sauce with fresh cherry tomatoes.

# What You Need:

→ Zoodles

01 - 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
02 - 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt

→ Avocado Pesto

04 - 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
05 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
06 - 2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts
07 - 1 clove garlic
08 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
09 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - Extra basil leaves for garnish
15 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Transform zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer, creating uniform strands for even cooking.
02 - Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zoodles and pinch of salt. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Remove from heat.
03 - Combine avocado, basil, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
04 - Toss warm zoodles with avocado pesto in a large bowl until evenly coated. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and extra basil. Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy Italian restaurant
  • The avocado makes the pesto incredibly velvety without adding heavy cream
  • Perfect for those nights when you want something fresh but still satisfying
02 -
  • Zoodles release water as they cook. Sauté them briefly and dont overcook or theyll turn into a soggy mess.
  • The pesto thickens as it sits. If it needs thinning, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil before tossing.
03 -
  • Room temperature avocado blends more smoothly than cold straight from the fridge
  • If the pesto tastes too rich, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice instantly brightens it
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