Storing instructions:

These cucumber noodles are best eaten immediately, but if you need to store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Any longer than that and they will get too soggy which is why I don't recommend making them ahead.

How do you julienne cut cucumbers?

Julienne means slicing food into even-sized matchsticks. For this recipe first deseed the cucumber by slicing it in half lengthwise and scraping out the seeds with a spoon. Slice off and discard the ends, then cut the cucumber into 2 inch length. Cut each 2-inch length into thin slices. Stack those slices and cut into matchsticks. If you have a mandolin, go ahead and use that instead. You can also use a spiralizer too!

How do you chiffonade basil?

Chiffonade is a type of knife cut where you cut something into thin ribbon-like strips. For the basil, separate the leaves, stack on top of each other and then roll them up like a cigar. Slice through the cigar into thin strips.

Give this salad an Asian flare by adding a dash of ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil to the dressing. Sprinkle it with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes for added spice, if desired.

Cucumber Noodles with Lemon Basil

Description

This clean eating salad made with cucumber cut into noodles with lemon basil takes just 10 minutes to make. It is low-carb, paleo and vegan.

Ingredients

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1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 pounds cucumbers, julienne cut (no seeds)
1/3 cup chiffonade cut lemon basil or regular basil * see tip

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Instructions

Whisk shallot, vinegar, oil and salt in a large bowl. Add cucumber and basil and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cooking Tip: Chiffonade is a culinary term for a type of knife cut. It means to cut into thin ribbon-like strips.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: salad
Method: no cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 63
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 175 mg
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 1 g