Zucchini Noodle Caprese - NUTRITION.FITNESS
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Spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves, drizzled with balsamic glaze and arranged on a bright ceramic plate.

Zucchini Noodle Caprese

Fresh zucchini noodles tossed with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes and homemade basil pesto. A light, summery twist on the classic Caprese — gluten-free, vibrant and full of flavour.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1
Calories 1758 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Medium Zucchini spiralized
  • 8 oz Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz Buffalo Mozzarella Balls halved
  • 1 cup Packed Basil Leaves
  • 0.25 cup Raw Cashews toasted
  • 2 tbsp Raw Pine Nuts toasted
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 0.33 cup Olive Oil
  • Toasted Pine Nuts for garnish
  • Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Toast pine nuts and cashews in skillet until golden. Add to food processor with basil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pulse to combine.
  • With processor running, slowly pour in olive oil until pesto is smooth and creamy.
  • Place spiralized zucchini noodles in a large bowl. Add halved tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
  • Add pesto and toss gently to coat. Garnish with extra pine nuts and basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 1758kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 65gFat: 150gSaturated Fat: 44gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gMonounsaturated Fat: 77gCholesterol: 174mgSodium: 1110mgPotassium: 3141mgFiber: 12gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10642IUVitamin C: 201mgCalcium: 5279mgIron: 10mg
Keyword caprese, Pesto, zucchini noodles
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