⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

🍽 Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1/4 cup Pesto
• 1/4 cup, drained Sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• to taste Salt and pepper

📖 Instructions

1. First things first, wash and scrub those zucchinis! I like to use a vegetable brush – it makes sure you get rid of all the dirt. Once clean, you're ready to spiralize them. If you don't have a spiralizer, a vegetable peeler works too – you can create long, thin ribbons.
2. Next up, the star of our show: the pesto. Now, you can absolutely use store-bought pesto if you're short on time. But homemade is always more rewarding. If you're going that route, you'll need to make it yourself (I can provide a quick pesto recipe if you'd like!).
3. Heat up your pan – medium heat is perfect. Add a tablespoon or two of olive oil. Once hot, toss in your zoodles. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they start to soften slightly. Don't overcook them; you still want them to retain a bit of a bite.
4. Now for the flavor explosion! Add your pesto, sun-dried tomatoes (make sure to drain them if they're packed in oil), and salt and pepper to taste. Give everything a good toss to ensure all those delicious pesto-y flavors coat the zoodles evenly.
5. Cook for another minute or two, just to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. I sometimes like to squeeze a little lemon juice at the end for extra brightness. Don’t forget to check for seasoning!
6. Remove from heat and serve immediately! Garnish with extra sun-dried tomatoes, maybe some fresh basil or pine nuts, if you're feeling fancy. Enjoy your healthy and delicious zoodles!

📝 Notes

• For best results, use fresh, high-quality pesto. Homemade pesto is amazing, but store-bought will work in a pinch.
• If your sun-dried tomatoes are packed in oil, make sure to drain them well before adding them to the pan.
• Don't overcook the zucchini noodles – you want them to retain some firmness and texture.
• Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some extra heat!