Sesame Noodles with Kale
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavorful Sesame Noodles with Kale—a delightful fusion of nutty sesame, savory soy, and tender greens. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. Al dente noodles are tossed with a rich sesame-soy dressing, vibrant sautéed kale, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. The dish is finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for the perfect combination of texture and flavor. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this dish is a versatile vegetarian crowd-pleaser that’s both comforting and nutritious. Keywords: Sesame Noodles, Kale, Quick Dinner, Vegetarian Recipe, Easy Noodle Recipe, Healthy Weeknight Dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine (or noodles of choice)
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 quarts water (for boiling)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the teaspoon of salt to the water.
Cook the spaghetti or noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped kale to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kale is tender and vibrant green. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Return the drained noodles to the pot or place in a large mixing bowl. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the noodles and toss to combine.
Add the cooked kale to the noodles and mix well. If the mixture seems dry, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Transfer the sesame noodles with kale to serving bowls.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
988 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4244 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.1 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 749 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2144 mg | 46% | |
*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.
