I'm in love with Kelp Noodles! They are a raw food, and have a very mild flavor, which makes them perfect for salads such as this one. They are a wonderful substitute to wheat or rice noodles especially for those who don't eat grains. While whole grains are healthy and well tolerated for some, others just can't handle them, especially people with adrenal or thyroid issues (which often go undiagnosed) Even people who seem to handle them fine probably consume too much grain in their diet, especially of the refined variety. If you think you may be sensitive to grains, it's easy to find out for sure- cut them out of your diet for a week or two. If you feel better, less fatigued, and less bloated, you probably would do better on a paleolithic type diet- The pre-farming diet; organic or wild protein sources, vegetables and fruits.
Kelp is by far the highest source of magnesium of any other food. Why is this exciting? Magnesium deficiency is extremely common. Low levels of magnesium increase susceptibility to a variety of diseases, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney stones, cancer, insomnia, and PMS. Many women have reported amazing relief from PMS systems simply by supplementing with magnesium and B6 the week before their period begins.
You can find Sea Tangle Kelp noodles at some Whole Foods, Rainbow, or Other Avenues, if you happen to be in the outer sunset.
If outside SF, HERE is a link to Sea Tangle, where you can get a list of retailers or order them online.
*** all ingredients organic of possible! ***
1 package kelp noodles
2 carrots, grated
1 cucumber, cut into matchsticks
3 scallions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
1 C coconut milk*
1/2 C peanut butter
1 T tamari
8 or so basil leaves, minced
small handful cilantro, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1" piece ginger, peeled & grated
chopped peanuts (optional)
a pinch red pepper flakes if you want them to have a kick
Cut the noodles into a few sections so they're not crazy long. Mix the dressing ingredients in a large bowl, (or throw it all in a blender) Combine dressing, noodles and veggies and stir to combine. You can top them with additional chopped peanuts and/or scallions, if you'd like.
* Native Forest coconut milk is in BPA free cans and is organic!
