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Rainbow Spiralized Vegetable Noodles with Asian Sesame Dressing

Vibrant spiralized beetroot, carrot, and squash noodles tossed in savory Asian sesame dressing, perfect for healthy meals.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 185

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Noodles
  • 2 medium beetroots peeled and spiralized
  • 3 large carrots peeled and spiralized
  • 2 medium yellow squash spiralized
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds white or black
  • fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Asian Sesame Dressing
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp tahini or peanut butter
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sriracha or chili paste optional
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small whisk bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Peel beetroots and carrots, wash yellow squash. Trim ends to create flat surfaces for spiralizer.
  2. Spiralize each vegetable separately starting with lightest colors first to prevent staining.
  3. Place spiralized noodles in separate bowls with paper towels and pat gently to remove excess moisture.
  4. Combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, tahini, ginger, garlic, and lime juice in a small bowl. Whisk vigorously until emulsified.
  5. Taste dressing and adjust seasonings. Add sriracha for heat, more honey for sweetness, or additional soy sauce as needed.
  6. In a large serving bowl, combine all spiralized vegetables and toss gently to distribute colors evenly.
  7. Pour dressing over vegetable noodles, starting with three-quarters of the dressing. Toss gently and add remaining dressing if needed.
  8. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  9. Transfer dressed noodles to serving bowls. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro leaves.
  10. Serve immediately for best texture, or store vegetables and dressing separately if preparing ahead.

Notes

For meal prep, spiralize vegetables and store in airtight containers with paper towels for up to 4 days. Keep dressing separate until ready to serve. Can be served cold, at room temperature, or quickly sautéed for a warm dish.