When life gives you zucchini squash, make zoodles.

We are riding this zoodle train, because they’re fresh and easy to prepare.  And, since they’re fairly neutral in flavor, zoodles have a nice way of complementing an array of ingredients and spices. These Fiesta Style Zoodles are packed with a bunch of flavor and a little bit of spice.  You can serve them at your next party or enjoy them for date night at home.

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ZOODLES FIESTA STYLE

Vegan, dairy free, gluten free

Recipe by Jentry Lee Hull

Yields 4-6 servings

ZOODLE INGREDIENTS

  • 6 zucchini squash (sub with yellow summer squash if desired), spiralized
  • 1 cup sugar plum or cherry tomatoes, sliced into quarters
  • 1 large bell pepper, diced
  • 1 ½ cups (1 15oz. can) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Juice from 1 large lemon or lime
  • Juice from ½ orange
  • 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup tahini or olive oil
  • Pink Himalayan salt, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Cayenne pepper, to taste
  • Cilantro Avocado Cream Sauce, recipe below

CILANTRO AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE INGREDIENTS

  • 2 avocados, pits and skin removed
  • 2 Tbsp. water, or more as needed to thin out
  • Juice from 2 limes
  • 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups packed fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp. pink Himalayan salt, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
  • Cayenne pepper, to taste

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CILANTRO AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE METHOD

  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

ZOODLE METHOD

  • Spiralize zucchini and place into a large bowl. The Paderno World Cuisine Spiral Slicer is our spiralizer of choice.
  • Add remaining ingredients, toss and adjust seasonings to taste, and drizzle on Cilantro Avocado Cream Sauce.
  • Serve at room temp or chilled.
  • Enjoy as a main dish or a delightfully filling side!

 

Cheers!

Coach Jentry

 

Gumsaba Outdoor Fitness Class schedule Sunday 7/10/16

9:00AM Sunshine Orinda Sleepy Hollow Co Ed PRIVATE Class – Coach Piper – Sets N Reps