Spicy Citrus Broccoli with Kelp Noodles

Spicy Citrus Broccoli with Cucumber & Kelp Noodles

The Spicy Citrus Sauce really makes this dish a standout. Garlic, ginger, honey, orange zest and creamy tahini give it depth and freshness at the same time. The kelp and cucumber noodles keep it super light. This recipe will be a keeper!

For the Spicy Citrus Sauce:

6 tablespoons raw sesame tahini

4 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari or Bragg’s Aminos

4 tablespoons cold–pressed sesame oil

2 tablespoon raw honey

2 cloves of garlic, minced

2 teaspoons grated orange zest

½ teaspoon grated ginger

½ teaspoon crushed chili pepper

For the Veggies:

1 package kelp noodles, rinsed

1 English cucumber

2½ cups broccoli florets, very thinly sliced

½ cup diced red bell pepper

2 small scallions, very thinly sliced

To Garnish:

1/3 cup sesame seeds

What’s in it for you…

Kelp noodles are extremely low in calories (6 per serving) and high in minerals including iodine. They are also a good source of iron and a very good source of calcium. I get mine here.

To Prepare:

Spiralize cucumber and cut kelp noodles to appropriate length. Place in large bowl.

Place all ingredients for the Spicy Citrus Sauce into a small bowl and whisk well until smooth.

Add the broccoli, bell pepper and scallions to the noodles and toss. Add sauce and toss well again to coat. Set aside for several hours to let the flavors develop and the noodles soften. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, mix again and serve.

What is a spiralizer and why do I need one?

A spiralizer is really handy, inexpensive kitchen tool. It's kind of like a giant veggie pencil sharpener that turns zucchini, carrots, cucumber, sweet potatoes etc. into "zoodles". Amazingly healthy pasta. Most have fittings that produce spaghetti or fettuccini like noodles. More about spiralizers here.

Spiralized veggies can be: