Cold Sesame Noodles

Perfect for dinner on a hot night or to pack in your lunch box, these cold sesame noodles with toasted sesame seeds and scallions are a great make-ahead meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 315 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons sucanat
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions
• 0.25 cup sesame oil
• 0.25 cup sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup tamari
• 2.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon chili paste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and immediately transfer to a plate to cool.

Step 3

Whisk tamari, sesame oil, balsamic vinegar, sucanat, and chili paste together in a bowl.

Step 4

Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add dressing, sesame seeds, and green onions. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.