Keto Cold Noodle Salad

This Keto Cold Noodle Salad combines the crunch of fresh vegetables with a savory sesame dressing, making it a refreshing dish perfect for warm days. The use of shirataki noodles keeps it low in carbs while providing a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• Shirataki noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (or coconut aminos) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. Rinse the shirataki noodles under cold water for a few minutes, then drain and pat dry.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
4. Add the shirataki noodles to the bowl with the vegetables, then pour the dressing over the top.
5. Toss everything together until the noodles and vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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