Soul-Nourish Zucchini Pesto Bowl

Easy Recipe, Fancy Taste

Hey there, Wellkulå Friend!

Looking for a light yet nourishing meal that feels like a burst of fresh flavor in every bite? This Soul-Nourish Zucchini Pesto Bowl is the perfect dish for when you want something hydrating, refreshing, and packed with nutrients. With antioxidant-rich zucchini noodles and a vibrant pesto made from fresh basil, this bowl offers the perfect balance of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. Plus, juicy cherry tomatoes add a boost of lycopene, which supports heart health and skin vitality. It’s a quick and easy meal that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied, without any cooking required!

#Cellcare ingredient health benefits

ZUCCHINI | HYDRATION & ANTIOXIDANT SUPPORT
Zucchini is a hydrating vegetable low in calories but rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports immune function and protects your cells from oxidative stress. Its high water content helps keep you hydrated while promoting healthy digestion and skin.

BASIL | ANTI-INFLAMMATORY & ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES
Fresh basil is packed with eugenol, a powerful anti-inflammatory compound that helps reduce cellular damage and supports overall longevity. Its antioxidants work to protect your cells and boost immune function, making it a vital ingredient for cellular health.

PINE NUTS | BRAIN-BOOSTING HEALTHY FATS
Pine nuts are an excellent source of monounsaturated fats that support brain health and cellular integrity. These healthy fats promote heart health, reduce inflammation, and provide sustained energy throughout the day.

CHERRY TOMATOES | LYCO-PACKED SKIN AND HEART SUPPORT
Cherry tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a potent antioxidant known for its ability to support heart health and protect the skin from sun damage. Lycopene helps fight free radicals, reduces inflammation, and enhances skin's elasticity and hydration.

NUTRITIONAL YEAST | B VITAMINS FOR ENERGY
Nutritional yeast offers a wealth of B vitamins, essential for cellular energy production and maintaining overall wellbeing. It’s a plant-based powerhouse that enhances the flavor while providing crucial nutrients for vitality.

WELLKHANA KITCHEN RECIPE

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

  • ¼ cup pine nuts (or walnuts)

  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Make the pesto | In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to create the pesto.

  2. Prepare the noodles | Place the spiralized zucchini noodles in a large bowl.

  3. Toss with pesto | Add the cherry tomatoes and toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto until well-coated.

  4. Serve | Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil leaves or pine nuts if desired.

Easy, Delicious, and Nutritious

The Soul-Nourish Zucchini Pesto Bowl is a perfect way to incorporate hydrating, nutrient-dense vegetables and healthy fats into your diet. With the antioxidant power of zucchini and basil, the brain-boosting benefits of pine nuts, heart-healthy lycopene from cherry tomatoes, and energy-enhancing B vitamins from nutritional yeast, this bowl supports your cellular health while delivering vibrant, fresh flavors. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that leaves you feeling light, energized, and ready to take on the day!

Until next time, Dr. Monisha


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by Dr. Monisha Bhanote

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About the Author

Monisha Bhanote, MD, FCAP, ABOIM, is one of the few quintuple board-certified physicians in the nation. She combines ancient wisdom with mind-body science to naturally bio-hack the human body through her expertise as a cytopathologist, functional culinary medicine specialist, and integrative lifestyle medicine doctor. Known as the Wellbeing Doctor, Dr. Bhanote has diagnosed over one million cancer cases, provides health programs at DrBhanote.com, and leads wellness workshops and retreats worldwide. Featured in Shape, Reader’s Digest, and Martha Stewart Living, Dr. Bhanote serves on several clinical advisory boards and is a go-to health and wellness expert for Healthline, Psych Central, and Medical News Today.