Description
Zoodle Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing is a light, refreshing dish perfect for warm weather. Enjoy the crispness of zucchini noodles tossed with vibrant cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, all coated in a creamy lemon-tahini dressing. This salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also brightens up any gathering with its colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup English cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchinis into zoodles. Optionally, sauté for 2-3 minutes if you prefer softer noodles.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumber; chop parsley.
- In a bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine zoodles, vegetables, and dressing in a large bowl; toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Optional sautéing for 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw/Optional sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding grilled chicken or swapping tahini with almond butter. Try incorporating fresh herbs like basil or mint for added flavor.