Pasta with Szechuan Peanut Dressing

Transform your pasta night with this bold and flavorful Pasta with Szechuan Peanut Dressing! This recipe combines al dente spaghetti or linguine with a creamy, umami-packed peanut butter dressing infused with the fiery kick of Szechuan chili oil, aromatic garlic, and zesty ginger. Tossed with crisp julienned cucumber, carrots, and fresh green onions, this dish delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Topped with crunchy roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, and optional fresh cilantro, it’s a vibrant meal that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe is ideal for a quick dinner or a make-ahead chilled lunch. Try this irresistible fusion of East Asian-inspired flavors with a familiar pasta twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Spaghetti or linguine
• 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or natural)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Szechuan chili oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 1 medium Cucumber (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts (crushed, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Szechuan chili oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth and creamy. Adjust water if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta with the cucumber, carrot, and green onions.

Step 4

Pour the Szechuan peanut dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss well to coat everything evenly.

Step 5

Transfer the pasta to serving bowls or plates. Garnish with chopped cilantro, crushed peanuts, and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately. This dish can be enjoyed at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(855.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1268.5

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2118.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.7mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1486.3mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 45.6%