Description
Cold Sesame Noodles are a flavorful and refreshing dish featuring tender spaghettini tossed in a creamy, savory peanut and sesame sauce. This easy-to-make recipe blends peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and warm spices for an irresistible Asian-inspired noodle salad that’s perfect as a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 12 ounces spaghettini (or thin long pasta)
Sesame Dressing
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 teaspoons sesame oil
- 4 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoons sriracha (or to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 6 tablespoons warm water (more if needed)
For Serving
- 2 green onions (for serving)
- Toppings as desired (e.g., toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, shredded carrots, cucumber slices)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil the spaghettini according to the package instructions until tender but still firm. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set the noodles aside in a colander.
- Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth and fully combined.
- Adjust the dressing consistency: Gradually add warm water a tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously, until the dressing becomes smooth and pourable, perfect for coating the noodles evenly.
- Toss noodles with dressing: Place the chilled noodles in a large bowl and pour the sesame dressing over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure every strand is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Chill and marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the noodles to soak up the flavors for a richer taste.
- Serve: Just before serving, gently stir in the sliced green onions. Garnish with your choice of toppings such as toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or fresh vegetables for extra texture and flavor. Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
- To add crunch and color, try toppings like shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, chopped cilantro, or toasted sesame seeds.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the amount of sriracha or add chili flakes to taste.
- This dish can be made a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated, making it ideal for meal prep or potlucks.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- If peanut allergies are a concern, try using almond butter or sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cold Noodle Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Cold Sesame Noodles, Spaghettini Salad, Peanut Sauce Noodles, Asian Cold Noodles, Vegetarian Noodles
