Cucumber Cold Noodles

Cucumber Cold Noodles is a refreshing and low-carb dish that combines crisp cucumber ribbons with a savory sauce, making it perfect for a light meal or side dish. This dish captures the essence of Korean flavors while keeping it healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 large
• Shirataki noodles - 200 grams
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion - 1 stalk, finely chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Begin by rinsing the Shirataki noodles under cold water for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.
2. Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin ribbons from the cucumber. If the seeds are large, you may want to remove them.
3. In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, gochujang, and minced garlic. Mix well to create the sauce.
4. In a large bowl, mix the Shirataki noodles and cucumber ribbons together.
5. Pour the sauce over the noodles and cucumber, then toss until everything is well coated.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onion on top, and season with salt to taste.
7. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for a cooler dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from cucumbers, which are hydrating and low in calories.

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