Zucchini, Peas & Pesto

Suzy Bee’s Kitchen

Zucchini, Peas & Pesto...

Ingredients:

3~4 Zucchini, Spiral, Julienne or Mandoline Cut

1 Cup Frozen Peas, Thawed, Reserve some for garnish

2 Cups Fresh Basil Leaves

1/4 Cup Pistachio Kernels or nuts of your choice

2 Cloves Garlic, Minced

1/2~3/4 Cup Chicken Broth

1~2 TBSP Olive Oil

1 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice (optional)

Salt and Pepper to Taste

1~2 Handfuls of Assorted Cherry Tomatoes, Whole or Sliced

In a large bowl place spiral zucchini noodles, set aside. (You can julienne or use a mandoline slicer.)  

In a food processor add basil, pistachios and garlic pulse until finely chopped. Next with the food processor running add the following slowly chicken broth, olive oil and lemon juice mix until you get the right consistency. Add thawed peas to the mixture and process until smooth, salt and pepper to taste.

Pour mixture gradually over zucchini noodles until coated. (This is where you get to play with the pesto to your liking.) Garnish with reserved peas and cherry tomatoes.

This has become one of my favorite summertime dishes. Easy, light and packs wonderful textures in some everyday ingredient in your kitchen.

Serve with your favorite grilled meats, watermelon salad, wines and/or infused waters…

Enjoy!

** This is where I tell you that I cook by feel like my Grandmother and Mom did.

I’m passionate about my cooking and food.

                                         ~ Bon Appetit ~

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