Paleo Pesto Spaghetti
Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and wholesome Paleo Pesto Spaghetti, a light yet satisfying twist on the classic Italian dish! Made with fresh zucchini spirals as the base, this gluten-free and grain-free recipe is perfect for those following a paleo or low-carb lifestyle. The creamy, homemade pesto bursts with the earthy flavors of fresh basil, nutty pine nuts, and a hint of garlic, all brought together with a dash of lemon and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy, dairy-free finish. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this deliciously healthy meal is perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike. Serve it topped with extra pine nuts for crunch or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for added depth, and watch this plant-packed dish become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Zucchini
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Pine nuts
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the zucchini. Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchinis into noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin strips.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until they are finely chopped.
Step 3
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
Step 4
Once the mixture is well combined, add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend again until the pesto is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 5
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the prepared pesto to the zucchini noodles. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly with the pesto.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with additional pine nuts or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1260.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1839.8 |
| Total Fat 161.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10703.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 72.2g | |
| Protein 27.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 235.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2971.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories