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Keto Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Chicken

A light and flavorful keto lunch featuring spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with grilled chicken and a vibrant basil pesto.

Spiralize 2 medium zucchinis to form noodles. Season 200 grams of chicken breast with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through and slice. In a blender, combine 30 grams of fresh basil, 20 grams of pine nuts, 30 grams of grated Parmesan, 1 garlic clove, 2 tbsp olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice to create the pesto. Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto and top with the sliced chicken. Serve immediately.

Keto Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Chicken

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

30 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • Avocado - 200 grams
  • Garlic - 1 clove
  • Tomatoes - 100 grams
  • Flour - 2 pieces
  • Onion - 50 grams
  • Soy Sauce - 1 tbsp
  • Olive Oil - 1 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles.

  • Step 2

    Season and grill the chicken breast; then slice it.

  • Step 3

    Blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to make the pesto.

  • Step 4

    Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto.

  • Step 5

    Top with the grilled chicken slices and serve immediately.

Cook's Notes

For extra texture, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 1-2 minutes before tossing with the pesto.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

500
Calories
35g
Fat
8g
Carbs
45g
Protein