Carrot Noodles

Carrot Noodles is a light and refreshing Paleo Greek pasta dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. The combination of spiralized carrots, herbs, and a zesty olive oil dressing makes it a delightful and healthy alternative to traditional pasta.

Ingredients

• Carrots - 4 medium-sized
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Spiralize the carrots using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create long, noodle-like strips.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the spiralized carrots, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped red onion.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Add the chopped parsley and mint, mixing well to incorporate all ingredients.
6. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 26 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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