Raw Kelp Noodle Alfredo with Mushrooms

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Kelp noodles are a delicious, raw substitute for regular wheat pasta. The cashew-based sauce is creamy and rich, perfect for a cool summer meal.
Yield
2-4 Servings
Ingredients

Noodles

  • 1 (12-ounce) package kelp noodles

Mushroom Mixture

  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1 Tablespoon dried garlic flakes
  • 1 Tablespoon mirin
  • 1 Tablespoon tamari

Alfredo Sauce

  • ½ cup macadamia nuts
  • 2 zucchini (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 Tablespoon white miso
  • 1 teaspoon mirin
  • 1 whole garlic clove
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed

Garnish

  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, as garnish
Instructions
  1. To prepare Noodles: Rinse kelp noodles in warm water and cut into bite size length using kitchen scissors.
  2. To prepare Mushroom Mixture: Combine mushrooms, dried garlic flakes, mirin and tamari in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Blend all Alfredo Sauce ingredients in a food processor until creamy and smooth.
  4. Pour Alfredo Sauce over noodles and toss until noodles are well coated.
  5. Place noodles on a platter, top with mushroom mixture and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!