Zoodle Bowl with Alfalfa Sprouts

This loaded zoodle bowl with alfalfa sprouts is just the perfect lunch or light dinner on a warm summer day. It is refreshing, yet filling. It is creamy, yet light. It has got everything to satisfy our taste buds but without. leaving us tired and sluggish afterward. This zoodle bowl bursts of good plant nutrients, fiber and vitamins, that will keep you going for the rest of the day!

Have you ever made zucchini noodles?

If not, then you have definitely been missing out! Zucchini noodles, also referred to as zoodles are a fantastic way to incorporate more raw food into your diet. Use them in salads and veggie bowls or mix them with actual noodles to decrease carbs in your meal, whilst simultaneously increasing the fiber and vitamin contents. Since zucchini by themselves don’t taste of very much, they are a fantastic base for many recipes. Together with a tasty dressing, even zucchini haters will start to love them. I’ve been making zoodles for a few years now and always keep some in the fridge. It’s time to share my favorite ways to use them!

Turning Zucchini into Noodles

The easiest way to turn zucchini into noodles is to use a spiralizer. With a special spiralizer, you can easily turn zucchini into long strips that somewhat resemble the form of spaghetti. If you don’t have a spiralizer, don’t worry, you could also use a potato peeler and cut very thin slices. Using a spiralizer is much easier and quicker though and you can get them for as little as 10€. Believe me, you will soon be making zoodles all the time, so it is worth the small investment.

Ultimate Zoodle Bowl with Alfalfa Sprouts

Whilst there are many ways to use zoodles in salads and veggie bowls, this recipe is my all-time favorite lunch for warm summer days. It has got all of the flavor and comfort you would want in a satisfying lunch but also all of the nutrients that will boost your energy levels for the rest of the day. Plus, it is super simple and quick to make in just 15 minutes. It is also a great recipe for meal prepping.

The zoodles are the base of this bowl, topped with juicy cocktail tomatoes and a beautiful piece of buffalo mozzarella. The zoodles are tossed in basil pesto, which gives this dish its creamy texture and comforting feeling. The Alfalfa sprouts provide a nice crunch and are adding a variety of nutrients.

Alfalfa can help lower cholesterol and has been shown to have a positive impact on blood sugar levels. It has very high amounts of Vitamin C and Vitamin K, and is rich in antioxidants copper, magnesium, and folate. Due to this Alfalfa sprouts support our immune system and help our bodies generate new cells.

How To Make this Zoodle Bowl with Alfalfa Sprouts

Step 1 – Make the zoodles

Spiralize the zucchini to create fine, long strips that resemble the shape of spaghetti. If you don’t have a spiralizer you can just use a potato peeler and cut thin strips of the zucchini.

Step 2 – Add pesto

Add the pesto to the bowl of zoodles and mix until the zoodles are fully covered in the pesto.

Step 3 – Cut the tomatoes

Wash the cocktail tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the bowl with the zoodles.

Step 4 – Cut the mozzarella

Cut the mozzarella into slices and add to the bowl with the zoodles and tomatoes.

Step 5 – Add alfalfa sprouts

Add the alfalfa sprouts on top or mix them in slightly with the zoodles.

Step 6 – Garnish

Garnish everything with fresh basil leaves and pumpkin seeds. Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top if you like.

Step 7 – Enjoy!

Enjoy your loaded zoodle bowl with alfalfa sprouts.