Sesame Noodles with Kale

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavorful Sesame Noodles with Kale—a delightful fusion of nutty sesame, savory soy, and tender greens. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. Al dente noodles are tossed with a rich sesame-soy dressing, vibrant sautéed kale, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. The dish is finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for the perfect combination of texture and flavor. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this dish is a versatile vegetarian crowd-pleaser that’s both comforting and nutritious. Keywords: Sesame Noodles, Kale, Quick Dinner, Vegetarian Recipe, Easy Noodle Recipe, Healthy Weeknight Dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or linguine (or noodles of choice)
• 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 4 quarts water (for boiling)
• 1 tsp salt

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti or noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped kale to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kale is tender and vibrant green. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Return the drained noodles to the pot or place in a large mixing bowl. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the noodles and toss to combine.

Step 8

Add the cooked kale to the noodles and mix well. If the mixture seems dry, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the sesame noodles with kale to serving bowls.

Step 10

Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4522.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	987.7

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4244.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 749.0mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2143.5mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 48.7%