Keto Somen Salad

Keto Somen Salad is a refreshing and light Japanese-inspired dish that substitutes traditional noodles with low-carb options. Packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty sesame dressing, this salad is perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Shirataki noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sweetener (erythritol or stevia) - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the shirataki noodles under cold water and pat dry.
2. In a skillet, sauté the shirataki noodles over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to remove excess moisture.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweetener, and salt to create the dressing.
5. Add the cooked shirataki noodles to the bowl with the vegetables, then pour the dressing over the top.
6. Toss everything together until well combined.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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