Try this Chicken Avocado Zucchini-Noodle Bowl for a refreshing lunch on a hot summer’s day. Nice with a side of bite-size fruit pieces.
Is the chicken avocado zucchini noodle bowl healthy?
Chicken is a lean protein, an excellent source of amino acids which helps to build muscles. It is low in fat, has no carbs and is rich in B vitamins & minerals.
Avocados are among the richest in fibre, folate, potassium, vitamin E and magnesium among all fruits. Some may even consider them a superfood. Including avocados in your diet may support heart health and the cardiovascular system. They are high in monounsaturated fats which may protect against heart disease. Spinach is high in potassium, magnesium & calcium while being low in calories and high in fibre. Top with cut up tomatoes to make this eye appealing tasty lunch.
Where do I get zucchini noodles?
Zucchini noodles are gluten free, low in calories and have small amounts of protein and fibre. You can easily make your own zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or you can find them in your local grocery store.
Ingredients
4 cups (100g) baby spinach, coarsely chopped
3 cups zucchini noodles, (2 medium zucchinis)
3 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
16 grape tomatoes, halved
1 medium avocado, pitted and sliced
Lime Crema:
Stir together 6 tbsp. plain yogurt, with juice & zest from ½ of a lime.
Directions
In each of four wide bowls, spread a cup of spinach, a heaping cup of zucchini noodles and top with 1/4 of the chicken, 4 halved grape tomatoes and 1/4 of the avocado. Drizzle with 2 heaping tablespoons of the Lime Crema and serve.
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: about 3 cups/720ml
| Calories/serving | 237 | Carbohydrates | 10g | |
| Total Fat | 10.1g | Fibre | 4.3g | |
| Cholesterol | 69.9mg | Sugars | 4.6g | |
| Sodium | 103.2mg | Protein | 28.7g |
