Sesame Linguine

Elevate your pasta night with this flavorful and easy Sesame Linguine recipe, a perfect fusion of Asian-inspired flavors and classic Italian noodles. This dish features tender linguine tossed in a savory sesame sauce made with toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and a hint of honey for balance. Freshly grated ginger and a pinch of red pepper flakes add a warm, zesty kick, while toasted sesame seeds, julienned carrots, and scallions provide texture and vibrant color. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for quick weeknight dinners or a shareable dish at potlucks. Perfectly seasoned and endlessly versatile, Sesame Linguine is your go-to recipe for a satisfying, flavor-forward meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces linguine
• 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
• 3 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 gallon water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and cook linguine according to the package instructions, usually 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, prepare the sesame sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, honey, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Step 3

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they are golden brown and fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked linguine with the sesame sauce until evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the julienned carrot, sliced scallions, and toasted sesame seeds to the linguine. Gently toss to combine.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a dash more soy sauce or sesame oil for flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional scallions and sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4426.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1144.1

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4284.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 525.6mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 944.7mg	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: 41.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 47.9%