Oriental Spaghetti Salad

Elevate your pasta salad game with this refreshingly vibrant Oriental Spaghetti Salad! Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light yet satisfying meal, this dish features tender spaghetti tossed with a medley of crisp vegetables, including julienned carrots, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers. The zesty dressing, made from soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, delivers the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors, enhanced by aromatic garlic and ginger. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts (optional), and fresh cilantro, this chilled salad offers a delightful combination of textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-prepare dish is as colorful as it is delicious, making it an irresistible addition to your recipe repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Spaghetti
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
• 1 Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 2 Carrots (julienned)
• 4 Green onions (sliced)
• 1 Cucumber (thinly sliced into half-moons)
• 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Crushed peanuts (optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the dressing.

Step 3

Transfer the cooled spaghetti to a large mixing bowl. Add the sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrots, sliced green onions, and cucumber.

Step 4

Pour the prepared dressing over the spaghetti and vegetables. Toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and crushed peanuts (if using) over the salad, and toss again lightly.

Step 6

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro leaves for a vibrant finish.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy your Oriental Spaghetti Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.9 grams (1017.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1290

Total Fat 53.30g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2473mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 169.90g	62%
Dietary Fiber 19.80g	71%
Total Sugars 38.20g
Protein 41.00g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280mg	22%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 1916mg	41%

*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: 36.3%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 51.4%