Sesame Vegetable Ribbons

Elevate your salad game with these vibrant Sesame Vegetable Ribbons, a light and refreshing dish packed with flavor and nutrition. This no-cook recipe features silky ribbons of zucchini, carrots, and cucumber, dressed in an irresistible blend of sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and freshly grated ginger. Toasted sesame seeds and a hint of red chili flakes add a nutty crunch and subtle heat, while a sprinkle of chopped cilantro brings a burst of herbal freshness. Perfect as a chilled appetizer or side dish, this quick 15-minute recipe is ideal for healthy eating, gluten-free diets, and those looking to add a colorful, elegant touch to their meals. Serve it up at your next gathering and wow your guests with this effortless yet flavorful creation!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 2 large Carrots
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Using a vegetable peeler, peel the zucchini, carrots, and cucumber into long, thin ribbons. Stop peeling once you reach the seedy core of the zucchini and cucumber.

Step 2

Place the vegetable ribbons in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the vegetable ribbons and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and red chili flakes (if using) over the top and toss again lightly.

Step 6

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or appetizer. For best results, enjoy chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	606.4

Total Fat 35.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4338.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 12.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231.5mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1946.6mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 42.3%