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Creamy Cold Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Peanut Sauce Delight

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A refreshing and creamy cold sesame noodle salad with a rich peanut sauce, perfect for warm days and quick meals. This dish balances nutty richness with a hint of spice and fresh crunchy veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 g) spaghetti or thin wheat noodles
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)
  • ½ cup (130 g) creamy peanut butter (natural or slightly salted)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • About ¼ cup (60 ml) water to thin sauce
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • ½ cup thinly sliced cucumber
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional add-ins: chopped peanuts, red pepper flakes or sriracha

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225 g) of spaghetti or thin wheat noodles and cook according to package directions until just al dente (usually 7-9 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Drain noodles in a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to stop cooking and cool them down. Set aside to drain fully for 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup (130 g) creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1-2 teaspoons honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger if using. Add water a little at a time (start with 2 tablespoons) to thin the sauce to a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. While noodles cook, shred 1 cup carrot, thinly slice ½ cup cucumber, chop 2 green onions, and roughly chop cilantro if using.
  5. Add the drained noodles to the mixing bowl with peanut sauce. Toss well until every strand is coated. Then fold in carrots, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so flavors meld and the noodles chill nicely.
  7. Just before serving, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and chopped peanuts if desired. Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.

Notes

Do not overcook noodles; rinse thoroughly to prevent clumping. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water gradually. Toast sesame seeds before garnishing for best aroma. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Sauce can be made a day ahead to deepen flavors. For gluten-free, use rice noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce. For nut-free, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.

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