Pesto Zoodles Recipe
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Garbanzo Beans
This quick and easy recipe features spiralized zucchini noodles, garbanzo beans, and a flavorful pesto sauce. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 small zucchinis, cut into noodle-shaped strands
- cup drained and rinsed canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 3 tablespoons pesto (or to taste)
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons shredded white Cheddar cheese (or to taste)
Directions
Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in the garbanzo beans and pesto, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the garbanzo beans are heated through and the zucchini is well-coated with the pesto sauce.
Step 4: Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Transfer the zucchini mixture to serving bowls and sprinkle with shredded white Cheddar cheese on top.
Cook's Note
For the zucchini noodles, you can use any spiralizer. I recommend the Paderno World Cuisine spiralizer for best results.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 319 |
| Total Fat | 21g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Cholesterol | 16mg |
| Sodium | 511mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g |
| Total Sugars | 4g |
| Protein | 12g |
| Vitamin C | 44mg |
| Calcium | 280mg |
| Iron | 3mg |
| Potassium | 798mg |
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Nutrient information may vary based on specific ingredients used.