Zucchini Noodle Pesto with Burrata
Fresh zucchini ribbons tossed in vibrant basil pesto and topped with a torn ball of creamy burrata. A light, low-carb Italian plate that tastes like summer.
Ingredients
Serves 2- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 cup fresh basil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 burrata
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Optional
- 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- 1
Spiralize the zucchini into noodles and set on a towel to drain excess moisture.
- 2
Blend the basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, and olive oil into a smooth pesto with a pinch of salt.
- 3
Warm the zucchini noodles in a skillet over medium heat for just 2 to 3 minutes until barely tender.
- 4
Toss the warm noodles with the pesto until evenly coated.
- 5
Plate the noodles and scatter over halved cherry tomatoes.
- 6
Tear the burrata over the top and finish with a squeeze of lemon and cracked pepper.
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