
IDEA #1
Zoodle Spaghetti Pesto
Active time: 15 min.
Total time: 30 min.
Serves: 4
Add spinach to basil pesto for an extra dose of earthy flavor
4 oz. spaghetti
16 oz. zucchini noodles
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1 cup baby spinach
1⁄4 cup toasted pine nuts
1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan
1⁄4 cup + 1 Tbs. olive oil
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 In pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente, adding zoodles during last 1 min. of cooking time. Drain well.
2 In food processor, puree basil, spinach, pine nuts, Parmesan, 1⁄4 cup oil, garlic, 1⁄4 tsp. salt and 1⁄4 tsp. pepper until almost smooth. In skillet, heat remaining 1 Tbs. oil over medium; add tomatoes. Cover; cook, shaking skillet, until tomatoes start to burst, 2–3 min. Stir in pasta mixture and pesto. Transfer to serving plates.
Per serving: 370 cal. 9g pro. 30g carb. 3g fiber 5g sug. 5mg chol. 270mg sod. 25g total fat 4g sat. fat
IDEA #2
Sesame Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Active time: 25 min.
Total time: 25 min.
Serves: 4
A splash of fresh lime juice gives the sauce a zingy pop
3 Tbs. toasted sesame oil
2 Tbs. soy sauce
2 tsp. fresh lime juice
1 lb. boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into strips 4 cups cooked vegetables, such as broccoli florets and baby corn
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