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Enjoy this delightful low-carb alternative to pasta! Zucchini noodles tossed in a luscious homemade pesto sauce, garnished with black olives, make for a filling and flavorful main dish that's also quick and easy to prepare.

30 minutes

10-15 minutes

Ingredients:

2 medium Zucchinis

1 tablespoon Olive oil

To taste Salt

Handful Basil leaves

2 Garlic cloves

A handful Pine nuts

Grated, to taste Parmesan cheese

100g Black olives

Juice of 1 Lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin noodles using a spiralizer. Salt and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  2. Rinse the zucchini noodles and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a food processor, blend basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, and a pinch of salt until smooth, forming a pesto.
  4. Add grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice to the pesto and pulse once or twice to combine.
  5. Toss the zucchini noodles in olive oil and then add the pesto mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  6. Garnish with black olives and serve immediately.

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