Spiralized Vegetable Bowl (Printable Version)

Wholesome spiralized zucchini and sweet potato noodles with protein and a tasty sauce.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium zucchini, spiralized
02 - 1 medium sweet potato, spiralized
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup baby spinach
05 - 1 small carrot, spiralized or julienned (optional)

→ Protein

06 - 7 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced or 7 oz firm tofu for vegetarian option

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons tahini
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley or cilantro
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# Steps:

01 - Spiralize the zucchini and sweet potato. For raw noodles, set aside. For softer texture, sauté separately in a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of olive oil for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, maple syrup or honey, and water. Season with salt and pepper. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed for desired pourable texture.
03 - Divide spiralized zucchini, sweet potato, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and carrot between two serving bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken breast or prepared tofu.
05 - Drizzle the tahini sauce evenly over each bowl.
06 - Top with fresh herbs and toasted sesame seeds.
07 - Serve immediately, tossing gently to coat the noodles thoroughly with sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tahini sauce transforms simple vegetables into something craveable and rich without heavy cream.
  • You can make this in less time than it takes to order takeout, and it actually tastes fresher.
  • It adapts to whatever's in your fridge, so no two bowls need to be the same.
02 -
  • Over-spiralizing zucchini leaves it mushy and watery; a few quick passes with the spiralizer is enough, and that water will drain out once it sits in the bowl.
  • Tahini separates and hardens when cold, so make the sauce fresh each time; a warm sauce clings to cool noodles beautifully and tastes more integrated.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry skillet for one minute right before serving—this releases their oils and makes the difference between bland and memorable.
  • If using rotisserie chicken, you save time and get better flavor from the skin and slow-roasting; just pull it apart with your hands instead of slicing it.
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