High Protein Chilled Sesame Noodles

Elevate your meal prep game with these vibrant and satisfying High Protein Chilled Sesame Noodles, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat spaghetti, golden-seared tofu, and a creamy peanut sesame sauce infused with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a kick of sriracha, this dish is loaded with bold, umami-packed flavors. Crunchy julienned cucumber and carrot add refreshing contrast, while scallions and sesame seeds make for the perfect garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed recipe is an ideal choice for quick lunches, post-workout meals, or light summer dinners. Serve it chilled for a refreshing boost or at room temperature for cozy comfort—either way, it's a healthy, flavor-forward dish you’ll love to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Whole wheat spaghetti
• 14 oz Firm tofu
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Peanut butter
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 1 to taste Sriracha
• 2 stalks Scallions, sliced
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 1 Cucumber, julienned
• 1 Carrot, julienned

Directions

Step 1

Begin by pressing the firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 3

While the noodles are cooling, cut the pressed tofu into 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 4

In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly sear the tofu cubes until they are golden on all sides. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, peanut butter, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha to taste, to form a smooth sauce.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles, seared tofu, and sesame dressing. Toss until well-coated.

Step 7

Add julienned cucumber and carrot to the noodle mixture and gently toss to combine.

Step 8

Transfer to serving plates and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes if a colder dish is desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251.9

Total Fat 70.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2029.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 69.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 757.2mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1902.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 33.1%