Delicious Asian Pasta Salad Recipe - Quick & Easy
Asian Pasta Salad — a chinese recipe (salad) with 12 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
45
Total Time (min)
4
servings
381
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (preferably Asian style, like soba or rice noodles)
- 1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- 1 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
- 1 cup peanuts (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
5 steps
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Rinsing the pasta helps to cool it down and prevents it from sticking.Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta cooks, chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
Feel free to add any other vegetables you like!Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and grated ginger until well combined.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the top and mix well.
Make sure the pasta is evenly coated with the dressing.Garnish and Serve
Top the salad with chopped peanuts and additional cilantro if desired. Serve cold or at room temperature.
This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Asian Pasta Salad Recipe - Quick & Easy is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can prepare this salad a day in advance. Just keep it refrigerated.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Recipe Details
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