Zero calorie pasta, too good to be true?

I found these noodles called “Miracle Noodles” and they contain 0 calories!

While it’s not identical to pasta, it’s pretty dang close.

The noodle is made up of a vegetable called Konjac.

This vegetable is extremely rich in dietary fiber and has many health benefits.

1. Improves digestion
2. Helps control diabetes
3. Absorbs minerals
4. Oral health benefits
5. Increased immunity
6. Controlled blood pressure
7. Eye health
8. Boost metabolism
9. Aiding PMS symptoms
10. Anti-inflammatory
11. Better skin

I use these noodles for pasta, pad Thai and my new favorite is chicken noodle soup.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup carrots, peeled and sliced thin
  • 1 cup celery, sliced thin 
  • 1 cup yellow onion, peeled and diced small
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 64 ounces (8 cups) low-sodium chicken broth,
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 bag of Miracle Noodle
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 T lemon juice, optional
  • Sea salt, to taste

Directions:

1. In a large pot add oil and heat over medium-high heat.
2. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and sauté for about 7 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add the garlic and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Add the noodles and boil mixture for about 10 minutes, or until noodles cooked through.
5. Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, pepper, and bring to a boil.
6. Allow mixture to boil gently for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are fork-tender.
7. Add the chicken, parsley, lemon juice and boil 1 to 2 minutes, or until chicken is warmed through.
8. Then, taste to see if salt is needed.

You can purchase these noodles at Sprouts, Mothers or Whole Foods.

Steve