Raw Vegan Zoodles with Romesco

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

Trying out a raw vegan diet or just looking for an easy no-cook recipe? This spiralized zucchini noodle dinner with red pepper sauce is refreshing, satisfying and oh-so-delicious! Plus, it couldn't be easier to make. Just whir up the 5-ingredient sauce in your food processor or blender, toss and serve!

Ingredients:
  • 8 cups zucchini noodles (from 3 medium)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ¼ cup raw almonds
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Directions:
  1. Toss zucchini noodles with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Place almonds in a mini food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add red pepper, oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, crushed red pepper (if using) and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; process until fairly smooth. Add 3/4 of the red pepper sauce to the zucchini and toss to coat. Serve, topped with a bit more sauce, if desired.