Cucumber Pappardelle

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 15

Refreshing Cucumber Pappardelle Recipe for a Healthy Meal

by The Chefin Healthy

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cucumber
	1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.3g

Cucumber Pappardelle is a creative take on traditional pasta using cucumber slices instead of noodles. This recipe is perfect for hot summer days when all you crave is a refreshing meal to cool off. The combination of rice wine vinegar and cucumber makes for a flavorful and tangy side dish or salad component, perfect to pair with grilled chicken or fish. Cucumber Pappardelle is also a great option for those following a low-carb or low-fat diet, as it's light, low in calories, and refreshing.

Instructions

1.	Peel the cucumber and make long slices using a vegetable peeler, stopping when you reach the seeds.
2.	Discard the center with seeds and keep the pappardelle-like cucumber slices in a bowl.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix the rice wine vinegar with a pinch of salt.
4.	Pour the vinegar mix over the cucumber pappardelle and toss well to combine.
5.	Serve the cucumber pappardelle chilled as a refreshing side dish or add it to a salad.

PROS

Cucumber Pappardelle is a low-calorie, low-fat, and low-carb recipe.

It’s an ideal recipe for those looking for a refreshing meal with no guilt involved.

CONS

Cucumber Pappardelle is a low-protein recipe, not adequate for high-protein diets.

It may not be a filling meal as it’s mostly water and light ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are one of the most hydrating foods, making this recipe ideal for those who need an extra boost of hydration.
Cucumbers are also known to have anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals that promote overall health.