21 Easy Veggie Spiralizer Recipes [+Tips for Beginners]

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21 GENIUS WAYS TO USE YOUR SPIRALIZER TO MAKE SKINNY DELICIOUS LOW-CARB SPIRALIZER RECIPES

I love vegetables.

I also love pasta…And as much as I really want to go for low-carb recipes, bread and pasta will never disappear from my plate!

But:

There is one solution I found a few years ago to reduce carbs in my diet while still enjoying a tasteful and delicious meal.

Have you ever tried a spiralizer?

If you haven’t, now it’s time to get started. There are so many healthy and tasty spiralizer recipes to chose from! And by substituting pasta with vegetables, you will not only reduce your carbs intake but also increase the number of vitamins and fiber in your diet.

And I promise you won’t lose anything in taste.

I know spiralizers have been around for a while, and I really wanted to resist the temptation to buy one.

After all, I call myself a frugal-minimalist. I really didn’t have any space in my tiny kitchen for another tool. Especially one that, I thought, I would probably use twice (like most of the kitchen tools we all buy…garlic peeler anyone?).

1. What Does Spiralizing Mean?

Spiralizing means turning vegetables or fruits into noodles. It’s a very simple process, and it’s basically a different way of cutting vegetables. But turning veggies into beautiful ribbons makes eating them even more appealing!

By turning veggies into noodles, you can create a naturally gluten-free, low-carb paleo, keto, vegan and vegetarian-friendly alternative to pasta.

Spiralized veggies are not only filling and nutritious. They are easy to make and beautiful to see. Spiralizing is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet, go for low-carb options that will help you lose weight and stay healthy, and will also help you to stay on budget.

What more could you want?

2. Which Spiralizer?

There are many different spiralizers on the market. The Paderno Spiralizer is one of the top sellers on Amazon, with over 9,000 reviews and 4.5 stars.

Another great alternative is The Inspiralized. Or, if like me, you need to save space, you can go for a smaller option like the SimpleTaste Spiralizer. It’s not as sturdy as the other options, but a good alternative if you don’t want to spend too much on a spiralizer.

Another way to go, if you just want to test a recipe out, and you aren’t sure about the investment, is to use a Julienne Peeler. It takes a bit longer to cut vegetables with it, but you can achieve a similar result, and see if you like it.

3. How to Use a Spiralizer

1. Clean your vegetables

Wash your vegetables and peel them (if you want to). Cut off both ends to make them flat and even.

2. Chose your blade

Select the best blade for the job, based on vegetables and recipes.

Please, please be careful! No matter what spiralizer you use, the blades are always really sharp. Avoid cutting yourself (yes, I’ve been there…I’ve done that…spiralized finger isn’t fun!).

3. Place vegetables onto spiralizer

Make sure the spiralizer is firmly and securely in place on your table or kitchen worktop. Place the vegetable onto the spiralizer, and make sure the vegetable is aligned with the central blade.

4. Spiralize!

This is the fun part: turn the handle and watch your veggies transforming into noodles! Collect all your spiralized vegetables in a bowl, ready for your delicious recipe!

4. Veggies and Fruits That Can Be Spiralized

There are plenty of vegetables and fruits that can be spiralized. Zucchini is the most common vegetable used in recipes. It’s soft and easy to spiralize and with its neutral color and taste, it’s easy to substitute it to pasta in many recipes. But there are plenty of other options too!

Whatever veggie you pick, use the tastiest and freshest ingredients you can find!

Here are the top tips to make sure you don’t spiralize the wrong veggie:

1. Make sure the vegetable or fruit has firm and solid flesh. If it’s too juicy, it won’t work!

2. You need vegetables at least 2 inches long, or you won’t be able to turn veggies into noodles.

3. You need the vegetable to be at least 1.5-2 inches wide, or the spiralizer blades won’t cut through it. If you are spiralizing carrots or other “narrow” vegetables, make sure you pick the widest you can find.

Here are just some of my favorite vegetables and fruits you can spiralize, but feel free to try others and use your imagination!

• Zucchini (Courgettes)
• Cucumber
• Beet
• Cabbage
• Carrot
• Parsnip
• White Potato
• Sweet Potato
• Onion
• Butternut Squash
• Celeriac
• Pear
• Apple

5. How to Store Spiralized Veggies (Courgetti, Zoodles and anything else…)

Store

Preparing spiralized veggies on the go can be time-consuming, but my tip is to spiralize the veggies once on Sunday when I have a bit more time. Then store them in the fridge in a paper towel lined airtight container or plastic bag.

They will last for 4-5 days.

The paper towel will absorb all the excess moisture and your veggie noodles will be ready for the next meal!

6. My Top Spiralizer Tips

Tip #1

Colorful veggies (beets, carrots) are great to spiralize, but they can easily stain your spiralizer. Make sure you wash your spiralizer immediately after use.

 

Tip #2

Zucchini noodles (Courgetti) and any other vegetables full of water can easily get soggy. Place them in a colander and sprinkle with salt. They will release most of their water content within 10-15 minutes, then dry them with a paper towel.

 

Tip #3

Spiralize your veggies ahead of time during the weekend, and place them in an airtight container in the fridge. This will speed up your dinner prep time in the evenings, during the week.

 

Tip #4

Pick the most symmetrical veggies you can find. As much as I love ugly looking vegetables, the straighter the veggie is, the easier will be to spiralize it.

 

7. The Best Spiralizer Recipes

You can pretty much turn every pasta or noodles recipe into a delicious spiralized version. And the great thing about turning veggies into spiralized vegetables is that you’ll normally get a low calorie, healthy version of the original dish, without losing on taste.

Here you can find some of my favorite easy spiralizer recipes!

1. Asian-Inspired Zoodle Flu Buster Soup

This Asian inspired paleo zucchini noodle soup is light yet rich in anti-inflammatory properties. A soothing delicious and nutritious soup, it’s one of my favorite veggie spiralizer recipes!

Found on Cotter Crunch

2. Spicy Sesame Zoodles with Crispy Tofu

This zucchini spiralizer recipe is SUPER easy to make – soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, garlic, zucchini, and tofu. It’s a great vegan spiralizer recipe!

Found of Pinch of Yum

3. Kale and Falafel Bowls with Spiralized Butternut Squash

I love falafel, they are so easy to make and are full of protein. Add some kale and spiralized butternut squash for the perfect dish.

Found on Inspiralized

4. Zucchini Pasta with Lentil Bolognese

No matter how you want to call them: zucchini noodles, zoodle or courgetti, spiralized zucchini are one of the most versatile spiralized vegetables. And this lentil bolognese sauce is the perfect protein-packed sauce, for this low-carb pasta alternative.

Found on Minimalist Baker

5. Sweet Potato Noodles Salad

Found of Pinch of Yum

6. Burst Tomato Zucchini Spaghetti with Avocado Sauce

A great healthy recipe ready in 30 minutes! Burst Tomato and Zucchini noodles tossed with a simple and creamy, vegan avocado sauce.

Found on Pinch of Yum

7. Noodle Free Pad Thai

I love how colorful this dish is! And it’s also super delicious. Ready in 30 minutes, this is the perfect low-carb alternative to your favorite pad thai recipe.

Found on Minimalist Baker

8. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

Pesto is one of my favorite sauce, and these fresh, raw zucchini noodles tossed with basil pesto and cherry tomatoes are perfect for a light, healthy lunch or dinner.

Found on Cookie and Kate

9. Rainbow Noodle Salad

Another colorful dish for you to try! This spiralized rainbow noodle salad is healthy and made entirely of vegetable noodles with a creamy avocado and lime dressing. Delicious!

Found on Salt and Lavender

10. Rainbow Power Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

This is what I call beautiful food in a bowl! One of the tastiest spiralized recipes I have tried! And I love the crunchy roasted chickpeas!

Found on Pinch of Yum

11. Creamy Garlic Roasted Pepper Pasta

Found on Pinch of Yum

12. Raw Peanut Zoodle Salad

This 15-minute Raw Peanut Zoodle Salad with spiralized zucchini, shredded carrots, and a simple peanut dressing is gluten-free. Quick to make and delicious to eat!

Found on A Saucy Kitchen

13. Zucchini Noodles and Lemon Ricotta

A simple, yet delicious recipe with 3 main ingredients: zucchini, tomatoes, and olive oil. Plus a “vegan” ricotta made of sunflower seeds and macadamia nuts. The vegan ricotta is delicious to serve on the side and scoop onto the noodles as you like.

Found on Love and Lemons

14. Zucchini Sweet Potato Noodles Minestrone

Perfect for the colder evenings! You can prep this soup in advance and reheat it when you are ready to eat it. The veggies stay firm and the broth just tastes better and better.

Found on Love and Lemons

15. Creamy Spinach Sweet Potato Noodles with Cashew Sauce

Creamy spinach and sweet potato noodles are the main ingredients of this dish. Topped with a creamy cashew sauce this plate is divine. Gluten-free and vegan, it’s perfect if you are on a low-carb diet!

Found on Pinch of Yum

16. 15-Minute Garlic Lime Cashew Zoodles

These spiralized zucchini noodles are ready in just 15 minutes! They are a quick and easy vegan meal option, ideal for lunch of dinner when you have very little time.

Found on Salt and Lavender

17. Peas and Pesto Potato Noodles

If you want to eat fewer carbs than pasta, but still looking for something to fill you up, these spiralized potato noodles are the perfect compromise! I have to say this is one of my favorite spiralizer recipes!

Found on Inspiralized

18. Spiralized Thai Salad

This spiralized Thai salad made with spiralized carrot, cucumber and cabbage is fresh, healthy, and has the most delicious cilantro-lime-peanut dressing.

Found on Salt and Lavender

19. Soy Sauce Sweet Potato Noodles

Crunchy bean sprouts, spiralized carrot, sliced green onion, and toasted sesame seeds make this dish amazing. I love it on its own as a vegetarian (vegan, even!) main dish.

Found on Love and Olive Oil

20. Garlic Parmesan Mushroom Zoodles

This 15-minute garlic parmesan mushroom spiralized zucchini recipe is one pan and just made with 6 ingredients. An easy and delicious low-carb dinner for the entire family!

Found on The Flavours of Kitchen

21. Crispy Spiralized Baked Fries

Another one of my favorite veggie spiralizer recipes! Not as low-carb and skinny as some of the other options, but sometimes you just need something delicious. And these spiralized potatoes are exactly what you need!

Found on Gathering Dreams

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Veggie spiralizer recipes

21 quick and easy veggie spiralizer recipes, plus all the tips you need to know to spiralize your veggie to make skinny delicious low-carb recipes!

Keyword: spiralizer recipes

Author: Sara @ Gathering Dreams

Ingredients

Veggies You Can Use in Your Spiralizer

• Zucchini Courgettes
• Cucumber
• Beet
• Cabbage
• Carrot
• Parsnip
• White Potato
• Sweet Potato
• Onion
• Butternut Squash
• Celeriac

Do you have any other favorite easy spiralizer recipes?

Let me know!

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