This zucchini zoodle salad has such a light and bright flavor and can be made in less than 30 minutes, so it’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner salad.
It’s loaded with zucchini, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, red onion, corn and cilantro and tossed in a simple but flavorful dressing.
I wish I could take credit for concocting this delicious zoodle salad recipe myself but it comes from a cookbook I was sent to review: the new Instant Loss: Eat Real, Lose Weight cookbook by Brittany Williams.
She wrote the cookbook as part of her weight loss journey, and she shares tips, anecdotes and over 100 recipes that helped her lose 125 pounds in one year through diet alone.
The quick and easy recipes (most can be made in under 30 minutes) are all made with real foods — no processed ingredients, gluten or refined sugars and they use either an instant pot, air fryer or other common household gadgets.
In Brittany’s cookbook, the zoodles salad is called ‘Summertime Zucchini Pasta’ but I just can’t connect that title to a zucchini salad (which is what it is) so I’m just calling it as I see it. The recipe is phenomenal; I just wish she’d called it a salad… so I’ll do it for her. 😉
Making zoodles is the hardest part of this recipe and it’s actually not hard at all; it’s FUN!
All you need is a spiralizer to do the work for you. The dream spiralizer is the KitchenAid spiralizer attachment that fits right on your mixer and the mixer does the turning.
It’s a great tool (I’ve used my sister’s) but it’s pricey, so I bought this one at Amazon.
I turn the handle myself, but it works like a charm and is easy to clean, so if you’re looking for a spiralizer to do the job without spending beaucoup bucks, I recommend it.
The zucchini salad is the first recipe I’ve made from the cookbook, but I can’t wait to try some of her other recipes like Broccoli “Cheese” Soup, Cauliflower “Potato” Salad and Double Chocolate Mocha Brownies.
And I also know I’ll be making this zoodles salad again and again. My family loved it!
Zucchini Zoodles Salad
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 medium to large zucchini spiralized
- 5 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 15-ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe medium avocado pitted, peeled and diced
- 1/2 medium red onion diced
- 1 cup frozen corn thawed
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro stems and leaves chopped
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine the avocado oil, lime juice, cumin, garlic powder, sea salt and cayenne. In a second large bowl, combine the spiralized zucchini, cherry tomatoes, black beans, avocado, onion, corn and cilantro. Add the dressing to the zucchini mixture, tossing the ingredients to combine, and serve.
Recipe Notes
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Be sure to pick up a copy of the Instant Loss: Eat Real Lose Weight cookbook!
Lizzie Lau says
This salad looks delicious. Zucchini is a vegetable I actually crave, there must be a nutrient in it that I’m always lacking.
Kita Bryant says
This recipe looks so yummy! It has all the summer ingredients and is packed with nutrients and flavor!
Lynndee says
I love avocado, but I sure have never thought of adding it to my zucchini noodle salad. I’m drooling. Going to make this soon. Nom!
Ruth I says
It sounds so easy to make and it looks so good! I love that it has avocado!
Victoria says
I am a huge salad lover and I’m always looking for new ones to try. This one has definitely caught my interest.
Dennis says
This Zucchini Zoodle Salad looks really delicious and refreshing to eat! This will be perfect for out dinner. Thanks for sharing!
Jenn says
Wow this salad looks amazing. I’ve been following a low-carb diet so this sounds perfect to me. I love all the add-ins you included.
Denay DeGuzman says
This beautiful salad is so fresh and healthy. I love each and every ingredient! It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck gathering.
Terri Steffes says
I have always wanted to try a zoodle dish and this one looks like it should be my first. How delicious this looks! I am eager to try it and serve it to my family.
Tasheena says
I love that this recipe can be made in under an hour. Looking forward to giving this recipe a try.
mandi says
Zoodles have gotten so boring for me! THANK YOU for a way to make them interesting again <3
Brianne Tursi Manz says
I like this recipe, and I like the idea of making my own zoodles! Your recommendation for the spiralizer attachment is a great suggestion!
Amber Myers says
This looks really tasty! I do enjoy a good salad for lunch. I’ll have to try this out and see if I like the zoodles. I always hear about them but haven’t given them a taste yet.
Theresa says
The zucchini noodles look so tasty and healthy. Perfect for low carb dieters, like my hubby. I’ll be sure to check out the cookbook and see what other tempting recipes there are to explore!
Mitchell A Chaitin says
I love a good salad! And zucchini is my favorite vegetable. I need to buy a spiralizer and try this!
Michelle Cantu says
You have read my mind. I love a good salad and am just tired of lettuce. Sounds and looks so good.
Sarah Bailey says
Now, this sounds like an interesting salad – I have to admit I never really think outside the box when it comes to salads and always get bored with them – I need to try more like this!
melissa chapman says
I love all salads but this seems like a salad I need to have soon. I love it with the zoodles and I can make a meal out of it.
Karen Dawkins says
We have been trying to eat healthier and looking for some fresh recipes. This is PERFECT! I think it would be a great side dish, too, with grilled chicken. YUM!