HARUSAME SALAD | Japanese Glass Noodle Salad | Refreshing summer salad | Quick and Easy Recipe

beanthread noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in calories and spaghetti is more accessible.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake, tamari is gluten-free.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

Soak glass noodles in hot water until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Julienne cucumber into thin strips.

In a bowl, combine softened noodles, cucumber, and shredded chicken breast.

In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, sushi vinegar, sugar, rice vinegar, and salt.

Pour dressing over the noodle mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.

Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

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