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by Traci · Published: 01/02/2019 · Updated: 06/28/2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl [Zoodles]

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5 from 11 votes
20 minutes

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl is made with spiralized zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, quinoa, pine nuts, pepitas, and lemon. This 20-minute zoodle quinoa bowl is perfect for busy weeknights, post workouts, and weekday lunches.

zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds in white bowl
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1) Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl
2) Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl Ingredients
3) How to make zucchini noodles
4) What's the best spiralizer?
5) How to make a zoodle quinoa bowl
6) More plant-based dinner recipes
7) Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl

Does the world really need more zoodle recipes? Yes it does! Especially when it's zucchini season AND we're tryna get more plants into our diet with minimal effort. This power bowl is a quick and easy dinner recipe that uses two of my favorite meal prep ingredients ... zucchini noodles and quinoa.

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl Ingredients

  • pine nuts (or any nuts)
  • raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • extra virgin olive oil (or coconut oil)
  • spiralized raw zucchini
  • spiralized raw beet
  • cooked quinoa
  • fresh spinach leaves
  • salt and black pepper
  • fresh lemon
zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds in white bowl being twisted onto a fork

How to make zucchini noodles

Step 1. Wash and dry the zucchini.

Step 2. Cut off ¼" end of the zucchini to create a flat surface on each end.

Step 3. Secure the zucchini between the slicing blade and the spiked handle on the opposite end.

Step 4. Gently turn the handle, which naturally pushes zucchini into and through the spiralizing blade to create the zoodles.

zoodles/zucchini noodles being spiralized by the oxo spiralizer.

What's the best spiralizer?

I own this OXO Spiralizer pictured above, which is a tabletop unit, and I LOVE it!!! I've owned it for years and it has never failed me! I love the functionality, cutting precision, and price!

Before I bought it, I used my handheld Titan Vegetable Peeler and Slicer, which works fine for long-shaped produce like zucchini.

zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds in white bowl being twisted onto a fork

How to make a zoodle quinoa bowl

Step 1. Toast the nuts and pepitas in the skillet (without oil) and transfer out of the skillet.

Step 2. Heat olive oil in the skillet, and add spiralized zucchini and beet noodles; saute until tender (a few minutes...don't overcook).

Step 3. Add cooked quinoa and saute until warmed through. (even better if you heat the quinoa in a microwave before adding it to the skillet).

Step 4. Fold in fresh spinach and saute just until wilted.

Step 5. Add salt and pepper to taste; garnish with pine nuts and pumpkin seeds; serve warm...or chilled.

* See full recipe below

zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds in white bowl being twisted onto a fork

Recommended tools:

  • tabletop spiralizer or handheld vegetable spiralizer
  • 12" nonstick skillet
  • airtight storage containers

More plant-based dinner recipes

  • Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles
  • Vegetable Lo Mein Noodles
  • Banh Mi Buddha Bowl
  • Asian Slaw Quinoa Salad
  • Turmeric Chickpea Buddha Bowl
  • Kale Sesame Noodles
  • 50 Buddha Bowls to Reboot Your Plant-Based Routine
zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds in white bowl being twisted onto a fork

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl

Zucchini Noodle Quinoa Bowl is made with spiralized zucchini noodles, beet noodles, spinach, quinoa, pine nuts, pepitas, and lemon. This 20-minute zoodle quinoa bowl is perfect for busy weeknights, post workouts, and weekday lunches.
5 from 11 votes
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Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 6 1-cup servings
Author: Traci The Kitchen Girl

INGREDIENTS
 

  • 2 tablespoons Pine Nuts, or any nut
  • 2 tablespoons Raw Pepitas
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, or coconut oil
  • ½ pound Zucchini, spiralized
  • 1 small Beet, peeled and spiralized
  • 1 cup cooked Quinoa
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach
  • ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 Lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions
 

  • Heat a 10" skillet over medium-high heat. Add PINE NUTS and PEPITAS; toast until fragrant and lightly browned, stirring constantly. Transfer to a plate.
  • To the skillet, add and heat OLIVE OIL until shimmering; add ZUCCHINI NOODLES and SPIRALIZED BEETS; sauté until slightly tender, stirring as needed (1-3 minutes).
  • Add cooked QUINOA; sauté until warmed through, stirring as needed.
  • Add FRESH SPINACH LEAVES and stir until wilted. SALT and PEPPER to taste.
  • Serve warm garnished with LEMON ZEST, PINE NUTS, PUMPKIN SEEDS, and a squeeze of LEMON JUICE.
  • Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days; serve chilled or reheat as desired.
Tried this recipe? I'd love your review!Visit the comments below and tell me how it went.

NUTRITION

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 313mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 544IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition data provided as courtesy estimates using unbranded ingredients from a nutrition database. Please consult preferred resource for precise data.

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  1. Erica Schwarz says

    October 04, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe looks fantastic! I love that you included quinoa with the zoodles because the protein and fiber from the quinoa will help make this more filling. Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      October 04, 2019 at 2:33 pm

      Thanks, Erica! So glad to hear it 🙂

  2. Jessica Formicola says

    October 04, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for lunch today and it was incredible! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      October 04, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      So glad you loved it, Jessica! Thanks for the feedback. I love it for lunch too...even cold 🙂

  3. Liz says

    October 04, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    5 stars
    I have carrot zoodles in my freezer and I wonder if they would work with this recipe!?

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      October 04, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      Yum, Liz! I like to add carrot zoodles to this recipe too...for color, texture, and more nutrients 🙂

  4. Kushigalu says

    October 04, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    5 stars
    So beautiful and delicious this looks. I will try this over weekend.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      October 04, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      Awesome, Kushigalu! Enjoy!

  5. Courtney | Love & Good Stuff says

    October 04, 2019 at 11:11 am

    5 stars
    There's always room for more zoodle recipes! This bowl looks so delcious, I love all the veggies you have in here!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      October 04, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks, Courtney! Love hearing that 🙂

  6. Cathy says

    December 31, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    You had me at spiralized beet noodles! This dish really looks delicious!!!!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      December 31, 2018 at 5:54 pm

      Thanks so much, Cathy! Hope you can try it out sometime 🙂

  7. Lauren says

    December 31, 2018 at 11:10 am

    5 stars
    Such delicious, healthy ingredients in this recipe - just delicious and great for lunches too!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      December 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thanks Lauren! Love hearing that 🙂

  8. Tara says

    December 31, 2018 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    Oh wow! I love all these flavors. I haven't used my spiralizer since we moved. Definitely need to dust it off soon.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      December 31, 2018 at 10:52 am

      Thanks Tara! Yes, dust that thing off for 2019 🙂 Happy New Year to ya!

  9. Saima says

    December 31, 2018 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    I have tried a couple of other recipes from your blog and never been disappointed. I'm sure this one is going to be a winner too! Healthy and fast recipes are so attractive!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      December 31, 2018 at 10:52 am

      Aww thanks so much, Saima! Love hearing these words...day made! 🙂

  10. Kathi says

    December 31, 2018 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    My kind of lunch and perfect for the New Year! Will be my first recipe to try with my new zoodler that Santa brought me :).

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      December 31, 2018 at 9:24 am

      Woohoo! Can't wait for you to fall in love with that zoodler, Kathi! Thanks, and hope you love this recipe 🙂

  11. Maria says

    January 18, 2018 at 10:44 am

    5 stars
    Yum! Love the combo of zoodles & quinoa. Thanks for sharing this. Can't wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      January 18, 2018 at 5:30 pm

      So glad to hear it Maria...and thanks! Hope you love the recipe 🙂

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