Chilled Sesame Noodles

Chilled Sesame Noodles are a refreshing and nutty vegan side dish, perfect for warm days or as a light accompaniment to your meal. Tossed in a creamy sesame sauce with crisp vegetables, this dish is both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat noodles - 150 grams
• Sesame paste (tahini) - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Fresh ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Cucumber (julienned) - 1 small
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 small
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a bowl, whisk together sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles with the sesame sauce, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated.
4. Add the julienned cucumber and carrot, and sliced green onions to the noodles, tossing gently to combine.
5. Transfer the noodles to a serving dish, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in healthy fats from sesame, which can support heart health.

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