Zucchini Goes Skinny

September 11, 2017

Try something new with squash. Use a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, to make zucchini “noodles” that have a flexible, yet al dente texture.

– McKell Hill, Nutrition Stripped

Ingredients

4 large zucchini

2 satsumas, clementines, or oranges peeled

1 teaspoon ras el hanout (Morrocan seasoning) parsley, cilantro and mint

1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled

2 cloves garlic

1 Fresh red chile (1 inch long), seeded

1/4 cup olive oil

1/3 cup each chopped fresh parsley and cilantro

Sea salt

freshly ground white pepper

Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation

1. Create zucchini noodles with a spiralizer according to your model’s instructions or peel the zucchini lengthwise into noodles using a vegetable peeler. Place the noodles in a large bowl and set aside.

2. In a blender, combine all dressing ingredients and blend well.

3. Pour the dressing over the zucchini noodles, toss to combine, and adjust the seasonings to taste. Marinate at room temperature for 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.