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Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce

Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce for a Refreshing Crunch

A refreshing Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce that offers a burst of crunch and comfort in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Zucchini Spiralized
  • 1 large Carrot Spiralized or sliced
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Shredded
  • Cilantro Optional, for garnish
  • 8 ounces Tempeh Can be replaced with tofu or edamame
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can substitute with brown sugar or agave syrup
  • cup Smooth Peanut Butter Use crunchy for added texture
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Optional, for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • spiralizer
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Spiralize two medium zucchinis to create zoodles. Spiralize or slice the carrot into thin strips. Chop a cup of red cabbage into fine shreds.
  2. Slice the tempeh into thin strips and marinate in ¼ cup soy sauce and 2 tablespoons maple syrup for at least 10 minutes. Sauté in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, combine smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In the bowl with the zoodles, carrot, and cabbage, add the tempeh and pour the peanut sauce over. Toss until fully coated.
  5. Garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best crunch, assemble the salad without dressing and add dressing just before serving. Salting zoodles beforehand helps keep them crisp.

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