Chinese Pasta Salad
Add a burst of vibrant Asian-inspired flavors to your table with this refreshing Chinese Pasta Salad! Combining tender spaghetti or thin wheat noodles with crisp, julienned vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and red bell peppers, this dish is elevated with a tangy-sweet sesame soy dressing infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat from sriracha. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this chilled, make-ahead salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light, healthy dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe balances savory, sweet, and spicy notes, making it an irresistible choice for fans of Asian noodle dishes. Keywords: Chinese pasta salad, Asian noodle salad, sesame soy dressing, easy summer recipes, chilled noodle salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams spaghetti or thin wheat noodles
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 medium cucumber, julienned
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Cook the spaghetti or thin wheat noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Toss lightly with a teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
While the noodles are cooling, prepare the vegetables. Julienne the carrot and cucumber, thinly slice the red bell pepper, and chop the green onions and cilantro.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or sugar), minced garlic, minced ginger, and sriracha. Taste and adjust seasoning according to your preference.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles and prepared vegetables. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and additional cilantro, if desired.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1888 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
