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Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce

Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce: A Crunchy Delight

This Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce is a light and satisfying dish packed with fresh vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Zucchini spiralized
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Carrot grated
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 8 oz Tempeh sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or agave/honey
  • 1/3 cup Smooth Peanut Butter or nut-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white/apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by spiralizing one large zucchini into noodle-like strands and set them aside on a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Thinly slice a handful of red cabbage and grate one medium carrot into fine strips. Chop cilantro and set aside.
  3. Cut the tempeh into thin slices, drizzle with soy sauce and maple syrup, and let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  4. Pan-fry the marinated tempeh for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then remove to cool.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine zoodles, sliced veggies, and cooled tempeh. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  7. Garnish with crushed peanuts, additional cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately or chill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Allow zoodles to rest with salt for 10 minutes to prevent sogginess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1-2 days.

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