Low Sodium Chilled Sesame Noodles

Perfectly refreshing and packed with vibrant flavors, Low Sodium Chilled Sesame Noodles is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with whole wheat spaghetti and tossed in a creamy, savory-sweet sauce featuring peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, this recipe emphasizes bold taste without excess salt. Crisp julienned veggies like cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper add a satisfying crunch and a pop of color. Finished with toasted sesame seeds and optional fresh cilantro, this chilled dish serves as an ideal light lunch, flavorful side, or a base to pair with your favorite protein. Ready in just 30 minutes (including chill time), this low-sodium sesame noodle recipe is a quick, healthy, and deliciously cool meal everyone can enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Natural smooth peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 Garlic clove, minced
• 1 Cucumber, julienned
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole wheat spaghetti and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the cooled spaghetti to the bowl with the sauce. Toss well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated.

Step 4

Gently fold in the julienned cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and sliced green onions.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the noodles for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dish to chill completely.

Step 6

Before serving, sprinkle the noodles with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, if using.

Step 7

Serve the chilled sesame noodles as a main dish or alongside your favorite protein for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(740.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	954.6

Total Fat 48.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1727.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1417.6mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 44.6%