Asian Noodle Sesame Salad Recipe
This salad served cold is a wonderful summer meal or side dish. I think it is best when prepared a day or two ahead of time so that the noodles have ample time to marinate and soak up all of the wonderful flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb angel hair pasta
- 1 tsp. crushed dry red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cp. oil (any kind; corn may be best)
- 1/4 cp. sesame oil
- 6 T honey
- 6 T soy sauce
- 1/2 cp chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cp chopped peanuts
- 1/2 cp chopped green onions
- 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
- 2 T sesame seeds
- For a heartier meal add 1-1/2 lb cooked and chopped chicken (in a pinch I like to buy the roasted chicken in the grocery store). If you add chicken you will need to double the dressing because it will soak up a lot of the marinade.
Directions
- Cook noodles, drain well and add chicken.
- While noodles are boiling, heat oils and red pepper flakes over med. heat for 2 min. Add in soy, honey, green onion and red bell pepper. Mix well with cooked noodles. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. When ready add in peanuts and cilantro. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 71g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 273 | |
| Calories from Fat 114 | 42% |
| Total Fat 12.88g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 1.62g | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0.12g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 171mg | 7% |
| Potassium 165mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 33.05g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 7% |
| Sugars 4.64g | 3% |
| Protein 6.92g | 11% |
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April 12, 2008Thanks, Leslie! Is this the salad that I've had the last couple of years at your Japanese New Year's party? If so, I'll add a review! I love that salad!
