Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Tomatoes and Grilled Chicken

By Hester

A light and tasty summery zucchini noodle pasta tossed in fresh basil pesto with roasted tomatoes and grilled chicken.

Ingredients

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 tablespoon oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper to taste
• 4 medium zucchini, sliced into noodles
• 1/2 cup basil pesto

Preparation

Step 1

1.Toss the tomatoes in the oil, salt and pepper, place on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until they start to caramelize, about 10-15 minutes.

2.Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste, grill it over medium-high heat, about 3-5 minutes per side, before setting aside to rest and slicing it.

3.Add the zucchini noodles to the pan and cook until just tender, about
1-2 minutes, stirring.

4.Toss the zucchini noodles, tomatoes and chicken in the pesto and enjoy!


Option: Omit the chicken.
Option: Use fresh tomatoes instead of roasted tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 294, Fat 12.3g (Saturated 2.9g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 110mg, Sodium 122mg, Carbs 10.2g (Fiber 3.3g, Sugars 5.8g), Protein 36.1g