Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Salt (to taste)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Garlic (2 cloves)
• Pine nuts (1/4 cup)
• Basil leaves (2 cups)
• Zucchini (2 medium-sized)

Instructions

1. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles from the zucchini.
2. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Process until smooth to make the pesto sauce.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the zucchini noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes and pesto sauce to the skillet. Toss to coat the zucchini noodles and tomatoes with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!