Zoodles with Plant-Based Meatballs Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Popular Recipes. (Zoodles with Plant-Based Meatballs Recipe). 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.

Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Zoodles with Plant-Based Meatballs Recipe

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

Main Dish

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Transfer to a large serving platter and top with meatballs tomatoes roasted almonds and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Zoodles with Plant-Based Meatballs Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 323.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 15.7g 31%

Carbohydrates: 13.3g 4%

Dietary Fiber: 2.5g 10%

Sugars: 2.2g

Fat: 25.1g 39%

Saturated Fat: 2.7g 13%

Cholesterol: 5.2mg 2%

Vitamin A Iu: 463.9IU 9%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.4mg 11%

Vitamin B6: 0.3mg 17%

Vitamin C: 22.9mg 38%

Folate: 39.2mcg 10%

Calcium: 139.6mg 14%

Iron: 1.2mg 7%

Magnesium: 44.1mg 16%

Potassium: 407.8mg 11%

Sodium: 1010.6mg 40%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 8%

Calories From Fat: 226.2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.