Recipe: No Cook Zucchini Noodles with Arugula Pesto

Try adding in some thinly sliced onion or chopped tomatoes!

 

For the Zucchini Noodles

2 medium zucchini

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup pesto

For the Arugula Pesto

1/2 cup walnuts

1 clove garlic, peeled

1/2 cup canola or olive oil

2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

salt to taste

 

Combine arugula, walnuts, cheese, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor. Process for a few seconds until coarsely ground. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the oil until the mixture is almost smooth, with just a little texture. Add salt to taste.

 

Cut zucchini into long strands with a spiralizer, mandolin, or vegetable peeler. 

Set noodles in a large colander. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt on top and toss to coat. Let sit 10 minutes.Rinse and drain well, gently squeezing out the excess moisture.

Transfer the zucchini to a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil; toss to coat.

Add pesto and toss to coat evenly.