Salish Seaweed Spaghetti

Salish Seaweed Spaghetti is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the oceanic flavors of seaweed with a hearty spaghetti alternative made from zucchini. This Paleo-friendly meal is packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for pasta lovers.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Dried seaweed (wakame or nori) - 10g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Fresh basil - 10g, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Parmesan cheese (optional, for non-Paleo) - 20g, grated

Steps

1. Soak the dried seaweed in warm water for about 10 minutes until rehydrated. Drain and chop into small pieces.
2. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles from the zucchinis and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
5. Stir in the chopped seaweed, cooked zucchini noodles, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from seaweed, including iodine and calcium.
• Low in carbs and calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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