Spiralized Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant spiralized zucchini and sweet potato noodles with protein and creamy tahini sauce.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water for thinning
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

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

# Directions:

01 - Spiralize the zucchini and sweet potato. For raw noodles, set aside immediately. For softer texture, sauté each separately in a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of olive oil for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender. Transfer to a plate.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, maple syrup or honey, and water until smooth. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Adjust consistency by adding additional water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired thickness is reached.
03 - Divide the spiralized zucchini, sweet potato, cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and spiralized carrot if using evenly between two serving bowls. Arrange vegetables in neat sections or mix lightly.
04 - Top each bowl with 3.5 ounces of sliced grilled chicken breast or grilled firm tofu, distributing evenly across the vegetables.
05 - Drizzle the prepared tahini sauce evenly over both bowls, ensuring all components receive coating.
06 - Top each bowl with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro and toasted sesame seeds for texture and visual appeal.
07 - Serve immediately while components maintain optimal temperature. Toss gently with utensils at the table to distribute sauce evenly throughout the noodles.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The tahini sauce tastes creamy and rich without any cream, so it feels indulgent while being genuinely good for you.
  • Everything comes together in 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something nourishing, not complicated.
  • You can swap proteins, vegetables, even the sauce base, so it never gets boring no matter how often you make it.
02 -
  • Don't skip whisking the tahini sauce—the emulsion of tahini, oil, and lemon creates something silky, while under-mixed versions turn gritty and disappointing.
  • If your spiralized vegetables are too wet from cleaning, pat them dry with paper towels or they'll water down your sauce and make the whole bowl soggy.
03 -
  • Toast your own sesame seeds in a dry skillet for two minutes before using them—the difference in flavor is real and worth the extra step.
  • If your tahini sauce breaks or looks too thick, whisk in a tiny bit more lemon juice or water rather than starting over; it almost always comes back together.
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