Shirataki Pesto
Light, flavorful, and low-carb, this Shirataki Pesto recipe is a game-changer for quick and healthy meals! Featuring guilt-free shirataki noodles tossed in a vibrant homemade pesto sauce made from fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, this dish packs big Italian-inspired flavors without the usual heaviness. The noodles are first prepped to achieve the perfect texture, then paired with a rich, creamy pesto for a satisfying yet light dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Ideal for keto or gluten-free diets, Shirataki Pesto is a versatile meal that feels indulgent while being irresistibly wholesome. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant lunches, this recipe is best served freshly made and garnished with extra Parmesan or pine nuts for a delightful finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Shirataki noodles
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 0.33 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.33 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the shirataki noodles thoroughly under cold running water for 1-2 minutes to remove any briny smell. Drain well.
Place the drained noodles in a dry skillet over medium heat and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to remove any excess moisture. Set aside.
In a food processor or blender, add the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste.
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and emulsified.
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed.
In the same skillet used for the noodles, toss the cooked shirataki noodles with the pesto sauce over low heat until evenly coated and warm, about 1-2 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or pine nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.3 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2811 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.0 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 443 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
