spiralize

[ spahy-ruh-lahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, spi·ral·ized, spi·ral·iz·ing.

1. to cut or twist in spirals:

   Instead of reaching for a box of starchy spaghetti, spiralize a zucchini.

verb (used without object)

, spi·ral·ized, spi·ral·iz·ing.

1. to cut something into spirals.
2. to move in or form spirals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of spiralize¹

First recorded in 1835–40; spiral ( def ) + -ize ( def )

Example Sentences

"Getting kids involved in the kitchen with healthy recipes, may make them more likely to choose healthier foods over junk food. Start with simple fun tasks like having them help spiralize zucchini noodles, turn the salad spinner, or roll oat energy bites into balls," Mackenzie Burgess, a registered dietitian nutritionist and recipe developer at Cheerful Choices told FOX News.

From Fox News

We prefer to spiralize our zucchini at home, but you can use store-bought zucchini noodles here.

From Salon

Spiralize or julienne apple, carrot, and zucchini for the apple salad, and place them in a bowl.

From Salon

Turn crank to spiralize zucchini and produce long noodles.

From Washington Times

I have been slow to spiralize.

From Washington Post