Chilled Noodles with Tahini Dressing

This light dish is perfect for hot summer days when you want something cool and flavorful on the side. Make it a filling main dish by adding vegetables and meat.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 380 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon water
• ½ cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon onion salt
• ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• ¼ teaspoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• ¼ teaspoon dried chives
• 1 pound dry vermicelli pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, and cook the vermicelli pasta 4 to 6 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the tahini, olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, water, garlic, and sugar. Season with cayenne pepper, garlic salt, onion salt, and chives.

Step 3

Transfer the cooled vermicelli to the bowl, and toss with the tahini mixture to coat. Chill until serving.