Paleo Chilled Sesame Noodles
Transform your noodle cravings with these Paleo Chilled Sesame Noodles, a vibrant and refreshing dish that's bursting with flavor and packed with nourishing ingredients. Featuring tender zucchini noodles as a low-carb, grain-free base, this recipe is tossed in a creamy sesame-tahini dressing infused with coconut aminos, toasted sesame oil, and a hint of honey for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Crisp, colorful veggies like red bell pepper, carrot, and cucumber add crunch and freshness, while tender chicken breast makes it a satisfying main course. A quick blanch and chill technique ensures the zucchini stays perfectly al dente, creating a cool and refreshing dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for paleo lifestyles or those looking for a healthy, gluten-free twist on traditional sesame noodles, this recipe is great for meal prep, picnics, or a light lunch. Top it off with green onions and an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds for a stunning presentation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large zucchini
- 4 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1 large, julienned carrot
- 1 medium, julienned cucumber
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast
Instructions
Begin by spiralizing the zucchinis to create noodles. Use a spiralizer or julienne peeler for the best results.
Blanch the zucchini noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until just tender, then drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut aminos, tahini, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
Add the cooled zucchini noodles to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the sesame dressing.
Gently mix in the red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, sesame seeds, and cooked chicken breast until well distributed throughout the noodles.
Transfer the noodle salad to a serving bowl or individual plates, top with sliced green onions, and sprinkle additional sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately as a refreshing main dish or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for an ultra-cool treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.4 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 8457 mg | 368% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.4 g | ||
| Protein | 79.8 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3699 mg | 285% | |
| Iron | 16078.0 mg | 89322% | |
| Potassium | 2690 mg | 57% | |
*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.
