Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli
Tender zucchini noodles are twirled with basil pesto, sautéed broccoli, and juicy cherry tomatoes for a bright, herb-forward dinner with gentle garlic and nutty Parmesan notes. It’s a fresh, weeknight-friendly vegetarian dish that tastes light yet satisfying, perfect for summer produce or any quick one-pan meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm oil in a medium sauté pan or skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and pesto; cook and stir for 5 to 10 minutes.
- 3
Add zucchini noodles and keep cooking and stirring until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes more.
- 4
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Take off the heat and let stand for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
- Calories 281.93 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 12.15 g Good Source 24%
- Carbohydrate 14.83 g 5%
- Total Fat 20.02 g High 26%
- Saturated Fat 4.08 g High 20%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 11.34 mg Low Source 4%
- Sodium 502.55 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 5.12 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 5.41 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 311.3 mg Good Source 24%
- Iron 2.66 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 562.37 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 132.2 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 65.97 mg Good Source 73%
- Vitamin D 0.06 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, Olive Oil, and Pesto. Each serving provides about 281.93 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, Olive Oil, Pesto, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 281.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli healthy?
- Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes and Broccoli has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 281.93 calories and 12.15 g of protein, or 24% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 502.55 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.08 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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