Soy-Free Chilled Sesame Noodles
Delight in the refreshing flavors of Soy-Free Chilled Sesame Noodles, a vibrant and allergen-friendly twist on the classic dish. Perfect for warm days or when you're craving a light yet satisfying meal, this recipe swaps out soy-based ingredients with creamy tahini and sunflower seed butter for a nutty, velvety sauce. Fresh vegetables like julienned cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper add a delightful crunch, while rice noodles keep the dish gluten-free. A zesty mix of lime juice, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger elevates the sesame sauce, which is perfectly balanced with a hint of honey. Finished with scallion, toasted sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro, this chilled noodle dish is not only packed with flavor but also quick to make, requiring just 30 minutes of chilling to infuse its bold seasonal taste. Whether you're prepping a light lunch or an impressive appetizer, these sesame noodles make a crowd-pleasing, soy-free option to explore!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams rice noodles
- 60 grams tahini
- 60 grams sunflower seed butter
- 30 milliliters rice vinegar
- 30 milliliters lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 15 grams honey
- 10 grams grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30 milliliters sesame oil
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 10 grams toasted sesame seeds
- 15 grams fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Begin by cooking the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them and rinse under cold water to cool rapidly. Set aside to drain completely.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine the tahini, sunflower seed butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, and honey. Stir until smooth.
Step 3
Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the sauce mixture. Mix in the sesame oil and water until you achieve a smooth, loose consistency. Adjust with more water if necessary.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cooled rice noodles, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and half of the scallions.
Step 5
Pour the sesame sauce over the noodle mixture, using tongs to gently mix and coat the noodles and veggies evenly.
Step 6
Transfer the dressed noodles to a serving dish or individual bowls.
Step 7
Garnish with the remaining scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro.
Step 8
Chill the dish in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (955.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1584.6 |
| Total Fat 105.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1127.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.3g | |
| Protein 35.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4919.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 21434.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1558.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories