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Asian-Inspired Sesame Noodle Salad

A refreshing and flavorful Asian-style salad with noodles, fresh vegetables, and a sesame dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g whole wheat noodles or rice noodles
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber julienned
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, drain, and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cucumber, and green onions.
  • For the dressing, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  • Toss the noodles and vegetables together with the dressing until evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving.

NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)

Calories: 310 kcal
Carbs: 45 g
Fat: 12 g
Protein: 8 g