Description
Mason Jar Zucchini Noodle Salad with Coconut-Lime-Avocado Dressing is a fresh, vibrant, and nutritious meal, perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Spiralized zucchini forms the base, paired with protein-packed quinoa, feta, and crisp vegetables. The creamy coconut-lime-avocado dressing infuses the salad with bright tropical flavor, while assembling in a mason jar keeps ingredients fresh and easy to transport.
Ingredients
- 1/2 avocado
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk
- juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 medium zucchini, spiralized (Blade C)
- 1/3 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 teaspoons minced cilantro
- 1.5 teaspoons coconut flakes
- 3 asparagus stalks, chopped into 1 inch pieces
- 1/4 cup green peas
- 2 to 3 scallion stalks, diced
- 1/4 cup cubed feta
Instructions
- Process 1/2 avocado, 2 tablespoons coconut milk, and juice of 1/2 lime until creamy to prepare the dressing.
- In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup cooked quinoa, 2 teaspoons minced cilantro, and 1.5 teaspoons coconut flakes.
- Boil 3 chopped asparagus stalks for 1 minute, then add 1/4 cup green peas; cook for 3 to 4 minutes more.
- In a mason jar, layer dressing, spiralized zucchini noodles, quinoa mixture, scallions, asparagus and peas mixture, and finally the feta cubes.
- Seal jar and refrigerate until ready to serve. Gently shake before eating.
Notes
For dairy-free, substitute feta with dairy-free cheese or omit it. Add edamame or chickpeas for more protein or swap quinoa for brown rice. Dressing can be prepared ahead and stored separately for up to 2 days. Asparagus and peas can be blanched in advance; store all components separately and assemble just before eating to prevent sogginess. If zucchini releases water, drain before layering. Troubleshoot by using less coconut milk for a thicker dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook, Blanching
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 18mg