Barbara’s Chinese Noodle Salad

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 13
Barbara's Chinese Noodle Salad Recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 - 1 1/2 lb vermicelli or 1 -1 1/2 lb spaghetti , cooked and cooled
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup hot chili oil , less if you do n't want too much heat
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 bunch green onion , thinly sliced
1 -2 cup carrot , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
350
Sugar
10g
Fat
15g
Barbara's Chinese Noodle Salad is a flavorful and satisfying salad that's perfect for the summer season. This classic recipe is a refreshing and guilt-free take on a Chinese take-out classic. With vermicelli noodles, shredded carrots, and green onions, this salad is loaded with flavor and nutrition. The ingredients create a well-balanced dish that will keep you feeling full and energized to carry through the whole day.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, create the dressing by whisking together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, hot chili oil, and sugar until well combined.
2.In a large bowl, toss together the cooked noodles, sesame seeds, green onions, and shredded carrots.
3.Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
4.Chill the salad for at least an hour in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld together before serving.

PROS

This salad is a great option for those looking for a flavorful and healthy meal option.

Noodles are a great source of carbohydrates, fiber and protein, while the veggies in this recipe provide important vitamins and nutrients.
Plus, it’s a perfect vegan and vegetarian meal.

CONS

This recipe is high in sodium, with soy sauce providing a large portion of the recommended daily intake in just one serving.

It’s important to make sure to use a low-sodium soy sauce whenever possible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a healthy and well balanced meal option in terms of carbohydrates and protein, still a relatively low-calorie meal compared to other takeouts.
Vermicelli noodles provide a good source of fiber, while the shredded carrots offer important vitamins and antioxidants. The sesame oil and sesame seeds in this dish provide healthy fats that can help support good heart health.

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