Low Carb Chilled Sesame Noodles

Light, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, these Low Carb Chilled Sesame Noodles are a zesty twist on a classic favorite, made guilt-free with spiralized zucchini in place of traditional pasta. Perfect for warm weather or as a make-ahead meal, these sesame noodles feature a creamy tahini-based dressing infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness from erythritol, offering a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Tossed with crunchy veggies like cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions, then garnished with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this dish is equal parts satisfying and nourishing. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ultimate low-carb, gluten-free, and plant-based option to keep your cravings in check while staying on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Erythritol
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 1 small Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchini into noodle shapes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, tahini, minced garlic, grated ginger, and erythritol. Whisk until smooth to make the sesame dressing.

Step 3

Pour the sesame dressing over the spiralized zucchini noodles and toss gently to coat.

Step 4

Slice the green onions thinly, dice the red bell pepper into small pieces, and cut the cucumber into thin strips.

Step 5

Add the sliced green onions, diced bell pepper, and cucumber strips to the bowl with the zucchini noodles and toss again to mix well.

Step 6

Transfer the coated noodles to a serving platter or individual bowls.

Step 7

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 8

Chill the sesame noodles in the refrigerator for 10 minutes if you prefer them extra cold, or serve immediately for the freshest taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1146.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	862.5

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8658.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 60.7g
Protein 21.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2506.1mg	0%
Iron 10719.1mg	0%
Potassium 2475.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 36.8%