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Cold Zucchini Noodle Salad With Sesame Seeds

Yields5 ServingsTotal Time20 mins

An Asian-inspired salad with raw zucchini noodles, carrot, sesame seeds and a tangy dressing
No cooking required

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 4 zucchini, cut into fine noodles with a spiralizer
 1 large carrot, peeled into ribbons, or spiralized
 1 fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped (remove the seeds if you want milder spice)
 ½ cup peanuts, roasted and salted, or raw
 ¼ cup sesame seeds, lightly toasted on a dry pan (no oil) until golden
Dressing
 Juice of 1 lime
 2 tsp sesame oil
 2 Tbsp avocado oil
 Salt and pepper
1

In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, carrot, chili pepper, peanuts and sesame seeds

2

In a small bowl or cup, combine the dressing ingredients, taste and add more seasoning as needed

3

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving, and use two spoons or tongs to gently toss the salad

Nutrition Facts

5 servings

Serving size

Amount per serving
Calories231
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.2g25%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g5%
Protein 6.1g

* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.