YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Vegan Pesto Zucchini Noodles
Enjoy a vibrant bowl of creamy vegan pesto zucchini noodles that marries the fresh, crisp texture of spiralized zucchini with a rich, nutty pesto sauce and protein-packed tofu cubes. This dish brings a burst of bright basil flavor, the subtle tang of lemon, and a heartwarming creaminess from blended cashews and nutritional yeast, making it an ideal wholesome meal.
INGREDIENTS
2 medium zucchinis (300g total, spiralized)
150g extra firm tofu (cubed)
1/4 cup raw cashews (30g)
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (16g)
1 cup fresh basil leaves (21g)
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Spiralize the zucchinis to create noodles and set aside.
Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
In a high-speed blender, combine basil, garlic, cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and a splash of water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly sauté the tofu cubes until golden on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and gently toss for 1-2 minutes until just tender; avoid overcooking to maintain a firm texture.
Pour the creamy basil pesto over the zucchini noodles and tofu, stirring gently to coat evenly.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed and serve immediately.