HOW TO MAKE CUCUMBER, TUNA and GLASS NOODLE SALAD

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon is a healthier option with omega-3s, while mackerel is often cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

Cut both ends off the cucumbers and make very thin diagonal slices.

Align the cucumber slices and cut them into thin strips.

Place the cucumber strips in a bowl and sprinkle with a random amount of salt, then toss and let sit for 3 minutes.

Cook the glass noodles according to the package instructions, which is 2 minutes in boiling water.

Drain the glass noodles and rinse them under running water to cool down, then squeeze out excess water.

Cut the glass noodles into shorter lengths for easier eating and place them in a large bowl.

Add the salted cucumber strips to the bowl with the glass noodles.

Drain the oil from the canned tuna and flake it if necessary, then add it to the bowl.

Add mayonnaise, ponzu sauce, and chili oil (if using) to the bowl and mix everything together.

Season with a little salt and pepper to taste, then serve.

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