BLT Pesto Zoodles {Keto, Whole30}

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup

raw walnuts (cashews, almonds, or a combination*)

3 cloves

garlic

2 1/2 cups

fresh basil leaves (packed (you can sub in baby spinach for some of the basil if preferred))

1/2 cup

Pompeian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp

sea salt (or to taste)

1/4 tsp

black pepper (or to taste)

1/4 cup

parmesan cheese (optional**)

1 1/2

lbs zucchini noodles ((about 4 med zucchini) spiralized)

Sea salt and pepper

slices bacon (cooked and crumbled (sugar-free for Whole30))

1 tbsp

reserved bacon fat (or other cooking fat)

2/3 cup

cherry tomatoes (sliced)

Fresh herbs and lemon juice for garnish (if desired)