Raw Vegetable Noodle Salad (Printer Friendly)

Crisp spiralized vegetables with tangy sesame-ginger dressing

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large zucchini, spiralized
02 - 1 large carrot, spiralized
03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
05 - 1 cucumber, spiralized
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Sesame-Ginger Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
09 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
15 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ Garnish

16 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
17 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts or cashews, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Spiralize the zucchini, carrot, and cucumber. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and shred the red cabbage. Slice the green onions and chop the cilantro. Place all prepared vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, maple syrup, minced garlic, lime juice, and chili flakes until fully combined.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Allow the salad to sit for 5 to 10 minutes, permitting the flavors to fully meld and develop.
05 - Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped nuts if desired. Add extra cilantro as garnish.
06 - Serve immediately for optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Dense: Uses a rainbow of raw, crunchy vegetables.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Diet-Friendly: A naturally vegan and gluten-free recipe.
  • Bold Flavor: The sesame-ginger dressing adds a zesty, Asian-inspired kick.
02 -
  • Wait 5–10 minutes after tossing to allow the dressing to slightly soften the vegetables and deepen the flavor.
  • For a strictly gluten-free version, always use tamari instead of standard soy sauce.
  • If serving to guests with nut allergies, simply omit the peanuts or cashews and use extra sesame seeds for crunch.
  • Double-check all ingredient labels for hidden allergens to ensure the dish remains safe for everyone.
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