Spiralized Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant spiralized vegetable bowl with zucchini, sweet potato, and creamy tahini sauce for a wholesome meal.

# 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

→ 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 parsley or cilantro, chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - Spiralize zucchini and sweet potato. For raw texture, set aside. For softer noodles, sauté separately in a nonstick skillet over medium heat with 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 as needed.
03 - Arrange spiralized zucchini, sweet potato, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and carrot in two serving bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken breast or tofu.
05 - Drizzle tahini sauce evenly over both bowls.
06 - Top with fresh herbs and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately, tossing gently to coat noodles with sauce.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, which means you can make it on a weeknight without stress.
  • The tahini sauce tastes indulgent but doesn't require any fancy ingredients or complicated techniques.
  • You can swap proteins or vegetables depending on what's in your fridge, so it never feels repetitive.
02 -
  • Tahini can seize up if you add water too quickly—whisk constantly and add just a splash at a time until you reach the right texture.
  • If your spiralized vegetables release too much water as they sit, drain them gently before assembling so the bowl doesn't become soggy.
03 -
  • Keep your spiralizer sharp and pat your vegetables dry before spiralizing—excess moisture is the enemy of good texture.
  • Make the sauce first and let it sit for five minutes; it continues to develop flavor as the garlic infuses the tahini.
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