Soba Noodle Salad (Zucchini)

This Soba Noodle Salad with Zucchini is a refreshing and low-carb Japanese-inspired dish, perfect for a light snack or a side. The combination of nutty soba noodles, crisp zucchini, and a tangy sesame dressing creates a delightful harmony of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 100g
• Zucchini - 1 medium (about 200g)
• Carrot - 1 small (about 50g)
• Green onions - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (low sodium)
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey or sugar substitute - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 4-6 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. While the noodles are cooking, julienne the zucchini and carrot using a julienne peeler or a knife.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, zucchini, carrot, and sliced green onions.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or sugar substitute), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables like zucchini and carrots.

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