Low Carb Chilled Sesame Noodles
Dive into the refreshing and guilt-free delight of Low Carb Chilled Sesame Noodles, a vibrant twist on the classic Asian-inspired dish! This recipe swaps carb-heavy pasta for beautiful spiralized zucchini noodles, creating a light yet satisfying base. The creamy sesame dressing, made with tahini, sesame oil, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic and ginger, delivers bold umami flavors without excess sugar thanks to a touch of erythritol. Packed with crunchy veggies like bell peppers, cucumbers, and green onions, and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this colorful dish is as nutrient-rich as it is appetizing. Perfect for meal prep or as a cool summer option, these chilled sesame noodles are ready in just 20 minutes, making them an excellent choice for busy, health-conscious foodies!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Erythritol
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 small Red bell pepper
- 1 small Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
Instructions
Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchini into noodle shapes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, tahini, minced garlic, grated ginger, and erythritol. Whisk until smooth to make the sesame dressing.
Pour the sesame dressing over the spiralized zucchini noodles and toss gently to coat.
Slice the green onions thinly, dice the red bell pepper into small pieces, and cut the cucumber into thin strips.
Add the sliced green onions, diced bell pepper, and cucumber strips to the bowl with the zucchini noodles and toss again to mix well.
Transfer the coated noodles to a serving platter or individual bowls.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro before serving.
Chill the sesame noodles in the refrigerator for 10 minutes if you prefer them extra cold, or serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8659 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2506 mg | 193% | |
| Iron | 10719.1 mg | 59551% | |
| Potassium | 2475 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
