Wheat Free Ginger Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini noodles get a serious upgrade here, transformed into a fragrant, saucy dish that feels indulgent without a single grain of wheat in sight. The sauce is built on coconut aminos instead of soy sauce, which means it delivers that deep, savory-sweet depth without any of the wheat-based ingredients hiding in conventional soy sauce bottles. Fresh ginger and garlic bloom in coconut oil before the turmeric goes in, and the whole skillet becomes incredibly aromatic in under two minutes. The trick of salting and pressing the zucchini first is what separates soggy noodles from ones that actually hold their shape and soak up the sauce beautifully. A quick toss over medium heat keeps everything tender with just enough bite, and the apple cider vinegar adds a subtle brightness that balances the honey perfectly. Finish with scallions and fresh cilantro and you have a bowl that looks and tastes like something from a restaurant menu. It comes together fast, uses clean pantry staples, and is genuinely satisfying enough to stand on its own as a main.
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4 servings
- 4 medium zucchini (about 2 lb total)
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the spiralized zucchini noodles in a colander, toss with the salt, and let stand for 5 minutes. Squeeze the noodles firmly in a clean kitchen towel or press with paper towels until most of the released moisture is removed — the noodles should feel noticeably drier and no longer slick.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
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