Zoodle Pad Thai
Zoodles are amazing! They require very minimal work, between prepping and the cooking. They are great way to lighten up a typically carb-heavy meal. Also, and most importantly, they taste great!
While this version of pad thai is in no way traditional, it’s flavour packed and a perfect way to use up garden veggies to make a beautiful and super fresh summer meal!
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- Juice of one lime
- 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon liquid aminos
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon agave
- 1/2 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon water
For the pad thai:
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 stalks green onion, chopped (including white parts)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1/2 red pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 medium zucchini, spiralled
- 1 cup bean sprouts, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
- Lime wedges, extra green onions, and cilantro for garnish
Directions
For the sauce:
- In a small bowl, add all ingredients and whisk together. Set aside.
For the pad thai:
- In a wok or large pan, heat oil. Add green onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add carrots and pepper. Sauté for about five minutes, until vegetables are al dente.
- Quickly add in zoodles, bean sprouts, and cilantro. Toss and pour sauce in. Keep tossing for 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook zucchini or it will get mushy and release A LOT of liquid. Some liquid is expected, since you are cooking zucchini, instead of traditional noodles that soak up liquid.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts. Top with lime wedges, green onions, and cilantro.
- Enjoy!
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