Nightshade 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 things really sing: grated ginger, lime zest, and a touch of turmeric come together with coconut aminos and honey for a bold, tangy-sweet finish that coats every noodle beautifully. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, salads and Asian-inspired dishes can feel like a minefield of hidden tomato, pepper, or paprika — but every single ingredient here is completely in the clear. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce without any of the usual concerns, and the turmeric adds that warm, golden depth you might otherwise miss. The simple trick of salting and draining the zucchini first means you get noodles that actually hold their texture rather than turning watery once the dressing goes on. It comes together quickly with just a bowl and a whisk, making it an easy weeknight win or a stunning dish to bring to a gathering. Finish it with torn mint and a squeeze of fresh lime for an extra pop that takes the whole thing over the top.
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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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