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harusame noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice vermicelli

Zucchini noodles are lower in calories and carbs.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tempeh offers a higher protein content.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and lower in sodium.

Boil water in a pot and add harusame noodles until soft, about 3-5 minutes.

Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Julienne cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper into thin strips.

Chop green onion and tofu into small cubes.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled noodles, vegetables, and tofu.

In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.

Sprinkle sesame seeds and nori on top before serving.

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