Description
Cold sesame noodles are a delightful, comforting dish that brings together tender lo mein noodles tossed in a rich sesame sauce with nutty and sweet undertones. Perfect for potlucks or cozy meals at home, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to be served warm or cold. Each bite offers a refreshing crunch from julienned cucumbers and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente (about 4-6 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, garlic, and rice vinegar until smooth.
- Toss the cooled noodles with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Fold in the julienned cucumber and sliced scallions for added crunch.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg