Carrot Spirals and Cashew Pesto

Nov 22, 2019

Ingredients:

  • One package of Green Giant Carrot Veggie Spirals
  • 6 ounces of cooked shrimpOven Baked Salmon

Pesto:

  • 1 1/2 cups kale, leaves stems removed
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 of a lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup raw, unsalted cashews
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Combine all pesto ingredients into a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and set aside. Prepare carrot spirals per package instructions. Grill shrimp until fully cooked (shrimp will become pink in color). Place heated carrots in a large bowl, pour pesto over carrots, and place cooked shrimp on top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 413 Protein: 18g Carbs: 40g Fat: 18g

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