NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 medium zucchini

3 tbsp hemp hearts

6 tbsp nutritional yeast

1 tbsp pumpkin seeds

0.13 oz walnuts

2 cups fresh basil leaves

2 cloves garlic

2 tbsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 cup cherry tomatoes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Use a spiralizer to create long, noodle-like strands from the zucchini and place them in a large mixing bowl.

• 2

  In a food processor, combine the hemp hearts, nutritional yeast, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, fresh basil, garlic, and lemon juice.

• 3

  Pulse the mixture until it forms a thick, creamy paste, adding a teaspoon of water at a time if needed to reach your desired consistency.

• 4

  Season the pesto with sea salt and black pepper, then pulse once more to incorporate.

• 5

  Slice the cherry tomatoes into halves.

• 6

  Pour the pesto over the zucchini noodles and toss gently with tongs until every strand is thoroughly coated.

• 7

  Garnish the dish with the halved cherry tomatoes and serve immediately while fresh and crisp.