Refreshing noodles with sesame sauce, cucumber, and vibrant herbs. Great for light summer meals and easy lunches.
# Ingredients List:
→ Noodles
01 - 10 oz thin wheat noodles or soba noodles
02 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Sesame Sauce
03 - 3 tablespoons tahini or smooth peanut butter
04 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water
→ Vegetables & Toppings
11 - 1 large cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
12 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
13 - 3 spring onions, thinly sliced
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
15 - 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
17 - Lime wedges, to serve
# Directions:
01 - Boil noodles as directed on packaging. Drain and rinse under cold water until chilled. Toss with sesame oil to keep noodles from sticking.
02 - Combine tahini or peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and 2 tablespoons water in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth, adding additional water until the mixture is pourable.
03 - Divide cold noodles among serving bowls, drizzling evenly with prepared sesame sauce.
04 - Top each bowl with cucumber, carrots, and spring onions. Finish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, and optional chili slices.
05 - Present with lime wedges for squeezing just before eating.
