Cinnamon Free Ginger-Lime Zucchini Noodle Salad
This bright, refreshing salad is everything you want on a warm day — light, vibrant, and packed with crunch from spiralized zucchini, julienned carrots, and fresh herbs. The dressing is where the magic really happens: a punchy blend of fresh lime juice, lime zest, coconut aminos, and finely grated ginger that comes together in minutes and coats every noodle beautifully. A touch of turmeric adds a gorgeous golden hue and a subtle earthiness without overpowering the citrusy brightness. For anyone avoiding cinnamon, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — the spice drawer stays closed except for turmeric, and every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Salting the zucchini and letting it drain before dressing is a small but crucial step that keeps the whole bowl from turning watery, so you get that satisfying, noodle-like texture all the way through. Torn mint and extra lime wedges at the table make it feel a little fancy, but honestly it's weeknight-simple from start to finish.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 4 medium zucchini (about 2 lb total)
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer, or cut into thin ribbons with a julienne peeler. Place the noodles in a colander set over the sink, toss with 1/2 tsp salt, and let stand for 10 minutes until the zucchini has released some of its moisture.
- 2
While the zucchini drains, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, coconut aminos, olive oil, grated ginger, turmeric, honey, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
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