Keto Vegetable Chow Mein

This Keto Vegetable Chow Mein is a delightful twist on the traditional Chinese dish, featuring low-carb vegetables tossed in a savory sauce. It's a perfect meal for those on a ketogenic diet, bursting with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized
• Shirataki noodles - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add broccoli florets and sliced bell pepper, stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Include the julienned carrot and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the spiralized zucchini and Shirataki noodles to the skillet, mixing thoroughly.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing everything together to coat evenly.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
8. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, supporting weight management and ketosis.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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