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Zucchini Noodle Salad

Indulge in the vibrant goodness of this Zucchini Noodle Salad, featuring refreshing zoodles, crisp cucumber, colorful bell pepper, and a zesty lime-almond dressing! It's the perfect healthy lunch or side for summer!

Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Asian
Keyword low carb dinner, zoodle recipe asian, zucchini noodle salad, zucchini noodles vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 317 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 large English cucumber
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 red bell pepper julienned
  • 1/3 cup purple cabbage shredded
  • 1/3 cup cilantro leaves thinly chopped
  • 1/4 cup Thai basil thinly chopped
  • juice and zest of one lime
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup natural almond butter , can also sub with cashew butter or sun butter for a nut-free option. Peanut butter works great too if not paleo or on Whole30.
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar , can also sub coconut vinegar or 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar for Whole30
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/8 tsp Sriracha and or chili flakes , optional or use your favorite compliant hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp chopped almonds , can also sub with cashews or sunflower seeds for a nut-free option. Peanuts works great too if not paleo or on Whole30.

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, almond butter, grated ginger, rice wine vinegar and sesame oil.. Season to taste with chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  2. Peel the zucchini, cucumbers and carrots. Use a spiralizer, julienne peeler or mandolin to turn the zucchini, cucumber, and carrots into “noodles.” Add to the large bowl with the dressing along with the bell peppers, purple cabbage, cilantro and Thai basil.
  3. Toss everything well. Garnish with peanuts and more Thai basil and cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Noodle Salad
Amount Per Serving (1 serving (1/2 recipe))
Calories 317 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Sodium 195mg8%
Potassium 1200mg34%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 7g28%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 8010IU160%
Vitamin C 126.8mg154%
Calcium 91mg9%
Iron 2.3mg13%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.