
By Real Simple
Zucchini Pesto Pasta
Instructions
Cook:25min
This zucchini pesto pasta is a fresh take on classic pesto. Combine the zucchini with roasted, cashews and peppery basil, and the result is unique and crave-worthy.
Updated at: Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:40:28 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
55
Moderate
Glycemic Load
51
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories687.3 kcal (34%)
Total Fat25.4 g (36%)
Carbs91.3 g (35%)
Sugars4.9 g (5%)
Protein23.2 g (46%)
Sodium946.5 mg (47%)
Fiber4.5 g (16%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

1zucchini
trimmed and shredded

1 cupfresh basil leaves
packed, plus more for serving

½ cupParmesan cheese
grated, plus more for serving

¼ cuproasted salted cashews

¼ cupolive oil
plus more for serving

2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice

1clove garlic
small

1 ½ teaspoonskosher salt
plus more for water

1 poundspaghetti

¼ cupwhole-milk ricotta cheese
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