Cold Noodle Salad

This Cold Noodle Salad is a refreshing vegetarian dish featuring chilled noodles tossed with vibrant vegetables and a savory sesame-soy dressing. Perfect as a light appetizer, it delights the palate with its crunchy textures and rich flavors.

Ingredients

• Chinese wheat noodles - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onion - 2, finely chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Cook the Chinese wheat noodles according to package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes.
2. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles, julienned cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and chopped green onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing everything to coat evenly.
6. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the top for garnish.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes for a colder dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of complex carbohydrates for energy.

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