This is a super healthy alternative to spaghetti.

Courgettes are one of the lowest calorie vegetables (just 17 in a 100g serving) and an excellent source of dietary fibre. They make you feel fuller for longer, without adding calories, making them a fantastic choice for losing weight. They are also full of manganese and vitamin C and have a high content of omega-3 fatty acids and a whole host of other nutrients.

Cashew nuts are very low in fibre, however they are packed with antioxidants and good for lowering blood pressure, plus they add a tasty crunch to the spaghetti.

Creating a garlic and basil pesto not only adds to the spaghetti illusion, it's also great for your immune system and your blood.

Filling, tasty and low calorie, this is one spaghetti you can enjoy completely guilt-free.

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Ingredients

  • 2 courgettes
  • ¼ cup cashews
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 6-8 mixed tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups of basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Pinch of salt

Method

  1. Place the courgettes in a spiralizer to create the spaghetti
  2. Mix the courgettes with a generous squeeze of lemon juice and pinch of Himalayan salt and place in a bowl to one side
  3. To make the cashew pesto combine all of the remaining ingredients into a small food processor, gradually adding in the olive oil
  4. Serve the courgetti with a generous spoonful of the pesto and tomato slices

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