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Keto Chicken & Pesto Zoodle Salad [Easy Low-Carb Recipe]

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Keto Chicken & Pesto Zoodle Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, pesto is a sauce made from fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil, traditionally used in pasta dishes. This Keto Chicken & Pesto Zoodle Salad reimagines the classic by using zucchini noodles instead of pasta, making it a popular choice among those following low-carb diets. The dish highlights fresh ingredients and is perfect for a light lunch or meal prep, appealing to health-conscious eaters worldwide.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
21 ounce boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/3 cup green pesto, sugar-free
5 ounce cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
4 ounce feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
12 ounce zucchini, spiralized or cut into noodles
3 tablespoon olive oil

pesto

🥗Healthier: homemade basil pesto

💰Cheaper: store-bought pesto

Homemade pesto can be lower in calories and fresher.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sliced almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sliced almonds are less expensive and provide a similar crunch.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is convenient and often cheaper.

1

Lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in a hot pan with olive oil for 1–2 minutes if a softer texture is preferred.

2

Combine the sautéed zoodles with shredded chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.

3

Drizzle with pesto and toss to combine.

Cooking Techniques

spiralizingsautéingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketogluten-free

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Zucchini Noodle SaladPesto Chicken Zoodles
Local Name: Insalata di pollo chetogenica con pesto e spaghetti di zucchine

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