Cold Sesame Noodle Salad

Cold Sesame Noodle Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish featuring tender noodles tossed in a creamy sesame sauce, complemented by crisp vegetables. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Noodles (e.g., soba or spaghetti) - 100g
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey or maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool them down.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, and minced garlic until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles, julienned cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, and chopped green onions.
4. Pour the sesame dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from sesame oil and peanut butter, which can support heart health.
• Packed with fresh vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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