ZOODLES WITH PLANT-BASED MEATBALLS

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Zoodles, or zucchini noodles, are a low-calorie, gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta. Want to give them a taste test? This savory recipe features homemade zoodles and Pure Farmland's® plant-based meatballs topped with a bit of flavorful pesto and grated Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Pure Farmland

Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound Pure Farmland® Plant-Based Homestyle Meatballs
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
¾ cup grape tomatoes (10-12 tomatoes)
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 large green zucchini, spiralized (about 1.5 lbs, before spiralized)
⅓ cup prepared basil pesto
¼ cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Steps:

Heat a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then the meatballs. Cook, turning frequently, until even golden brown and heated through the center, 8 to 10 minutes total. Remove from skillet to a paper towel-lined plate. Once skillet is cool enough to handle, wipe clean with paper towel.
Return skillet to medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil, tomatoes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly golden and just tender (but not burst). Remove to a plate.
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, then zucchini noodles. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir very gently to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes or until zoodles are slightly tender. Add the pesto and stir gently to combine.
Transfer to a large serving platter and top with meatballs, tomatoes, roasted almonds, and Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1010.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g