Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing
A vibrant nutrient-packed bowl featuring zucchini noodles and a creamy avocado dressing. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (whole30) ready in about 15 minutes pairs zucchini, avocado, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
- 1/2, pitted and scooped avocado
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tbsp, toasted pumpkin seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 pitted and scooped avocado, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil. Mash with a fork until smooth, then whisk until creamy.
- Step 2: Toss 3 medium spiralized zucchini noodles with 2 cups baby spinach until evenly coated with the avocado dressing, ensuring every strand is glistening.
- Step 3: Divide into a bowl, top with 1 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds, and serve immediately while noodles are crisp-tender.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep zucchini from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Green Zoodle Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
