Craving a mind-blowing vegan snack that'll make your taste buds dance and your health-conscious heart sing? Get ready to revolutionize your veggie game with these Crispy Spiralized Vegetables that are about to turn boring nutrition into an absolute flavor explosion! Imagine turning ordinary zucchini and carrots into crunchy, golden strands of deliciousness, paired with a creamy, smoky chipotle lime cashew sauce that'll have you questioning everything you thought you knew about healthy eating.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 2 medium carrots, spiralized
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cashews, soaked
- 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Water, as needed for consistency
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the vegetables. Rinse the zucchini and carrots under cold water. Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchini and carrots into noodle-like strands. Set them aside in a large bowl.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature will help achieve the desired crispiness.
- Drizzle the spiralized vegetables with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season them with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the vegetables gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Spread the seasoned spiralized vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they are not overcrowded to allow for even cooking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are golden brown and crispy. Halfway through the baking time, toss the vegetables to ensure they cook evenly.
- While the vegetables are baking, prepare the Chipotle Lime Cashew Dipping Sauce. Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender or food processor.
- Add the minced chipotle in adobo, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to the blender with the cashews. Blend until smooth, adding water gradually as needed to achieve your desired consistency. The sauce should be creamy but not too thick.
- Once the spiralized vegetables are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Serve the crispy spiralized vegetables warm with the Chipotle Lime Cashew Dipping Sauce on the side for dipping.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy vegan snack!
Tips
- • Pro Tip #1: The key to achieving maximum crispiness is ensuring your spiralized vegetables are spread in a SINGLE LAYER on the baking sheet. Overcrowding will steam your veggies instead of crisping them.• Pro Tip #2: Soak your cashews for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before blending to ensure the smoothest, creamiest sauce possible.• Pro Tip #3: Use a high-quality spiralizer for uniform vegetable noodles. Uneven cuts can lead to inconsistent cooking.• Pro Tip #4: Watch your vegetables closely in the last 5 minutes of baking. The difference between perfectly crisp and burnt is just moments!• Pro Tip #5: If you want extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or nutritional yeast to your vegetables before baking for an additional flavor dimension.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
