Weight Watchers Cold Sesame Noodles
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Weight Watchers Cold Sesame Noodles, a light yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for meal prep or quick, wholesome meals. Made with hearty whole-wheat spaghetti, this recipe combines a velvety sesame-peanut dressing crafted from low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, natural peanut butter, and a hint of honey for balanced sweetness. Fresh vegetables like shredded carrot, crisp cucumber, and scallions add a refreshing crunch, while a touch of grated ginger and red pepper flakes infuse zesty warmth. Garnished with black sesame seeds and optional cilantro, this easy-to-make dish is served chilled, making it a refreshing low-calorie option for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Weight Watchers-friendly recipe is a must-try for noodle lovers seeking a healthier twist on a classic Asian-inspired favorite.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Whole-wheat spaghetti
- 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp Peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
- 1 tsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 cup Carrot (shredded)
- 1 cup Cucumber (julienned)
- 3 Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tsp Black sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (optional, chopped)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the whole-wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop further cooking. Set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked spaghetti and pour the sesame sauce over it. Toss to evenly coat the noodles.
Step 4
Add the shredded carrot, julienned cucumber, and thinly sliced scallions to the bowl. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
Step 5
Divide the noodles into serving bowls. Garnish with black sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired.
Step 6
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Weight Watchers-friendly cold sesame noodles!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (858.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 875.5 |
| Total Fat 41.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1662.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.3g | |
| Protein 31.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 229.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1783.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories