Reintroduction Starter Zucchini Noodle Bowl

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A gentle, clean-slate meal designed for the Whole30 reintroduction phase to test tolerance with simple ingredients. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 19 minutes, layers zucchini, chicken thigh, olive oil into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 1, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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.

Prep: 12 min Cook: 7 min Serves 1 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Spiralize 2 medium zucchinis into noodles using a spiralizer, then place in a bowl of ice water for 5 minutes to crisp.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add 3 oz chicken thigh (skin removed), and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Drain zucchini noodles, pat dry with paper towels, then add to the skillet with chicken, 1/2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp sea salt.
  4. Step 4: Toss gently for 2 minutes until zucchini is heated through and coated in the chicken juices, then garnish with 1 tbsp fresh basil before serving.

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