Rainbow Spiralized Zucchini Noodles with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Bright, vibrant noodles tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing with fresh herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight meal that feels like a celebration. This salads (vegan) ready in about 15 minutes blends medium zucchini, tahini, lemon into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 2 medium zucchini
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice from 1/2 lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Toss the spiralized zucchini noodles with 2 tbsp of the dressing until evenly coated, adding more dressing if needed to achieve a glossy finish without pooling.