Description
Asian sesame pasta salad with veggies is a vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe features al dente pasta coated in a savory sesame dressing, complemented by crunchy bell peppers, sweet carrots, and cool cucumbers. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a nutritious meal prep option, this salad is customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will make your taste buds dance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup carrots, grated or julienned
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup sesame oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 7 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg