Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce
**Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce** This simple yet elegant dish combines the refreshing crunch of zucchini noodles with the creamy richness of an avocado sauce. The result is a light and flavorful paleo-friendly meal that's perfect for summer. Top with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil for a pop of color and flavor.
Zucchini noodles, also known as zoodles, have become a popular low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. They're easy to make with a spiralizer, and they can be used in a variety of dishes. This recipe for zucchini noodles with creamy avocado sauce is a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer. The avocado sauce is made with ripe avocados, basil, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, and it's blended until smooth and creamy. The avocado sauce is then heated in a pan and tossed with the zucchini noodles until they're well coated and heated through. The dish is then garnished with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. This dish is not only delicious, but it's also healthy and paleo-friendly. The zucchini noodles are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and the avocado sauce is a good source of healthy fats and fiber. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 3 zucchinis
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cherry tomatoes for garnish
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
  1. Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, blend together avocado, basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a pan, heat the avocado sauce until warm.
  4. Add the zucchini noodles to the pan and toss until well coated and heated through.
  5. Serve the zucchini noodles with creamy avocado sauce garnished with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
  6. Enjoy this light and flavorful paleo dish!
Why It Works
  • The use of a spiralizer creates zucchini noodles that are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
  • The avocado sauce is made with ripe avocados, which are a good source of healthy fats and fiber.
  • The lemon juice in the avocado sauce adds a bright and refreshing flavor.
  • The dish is garnished with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, which adds a pop of color and flavor.