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Alpha Gal Friendly Recipes: Pesto, Tofu, Noodles & Zoodles


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  • Author: Rodrigo
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in a vibrant and nutritious dish with this Alpha Gal friendly recipe featuring creamy tofu and zesty pesto tossed with fresh zucchini noodles (zoodles) and gluten-free rice noodles. This quick and easy meal is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish will impress both friends and family, regardless of dietary restrictions.


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into zoodles)
  • 8 oz firm tofu (pressed and cubed)
  • 1 cup dairy-free pesto sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 8 oz rice noodles (gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Spiralize the zucchinis to create zoodles or slice them thinly.
  2. Press the tofu by wrapping it in paper towels and placing a heavy object on top for about 15 minutes, then cut into cubes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and saut? the cubed tofu until golden brown (about 8-10 minutes).
  4. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and combine with zoodles in the skillet with saut?ed tofu.
  5. Add pesto sauce to the skillet, stirring gently until everything is well-coated.
  6. Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Saut?ing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg