Vibrant Citrus & Sesame Noodle Salad
Experience a burst of flavor with this Vibrant Citrus & Sesame Noodle Salad! This refreshing and colorful dish pairs whole wheat spaghetti with a medley of crisp vegetables, including snow peas, summer squash, and bok choy. Tossed together in a delicious homemade dressing featuring zesty orange juice and nutty sesame oil, this salad is both low in calories and heart-healthy. Make it a filling main course by adding protein like shrimp, chicken, or pork. Perfect for lunch or as a savory snack, this recipe is guaranteed to brighten your day and tantalize your taste buds!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Whole wheat spaghetti
1/2 lb (broken in half)
Snow peas
1 1/2 cups (snapped in half)
Summer squash
1 small (cut into thin bite-sized strips)
Carrot
1 cup (shredded)
Bok choy
1 cup (shredded)
Toasted sesame seeds
3 tablespoons (for garnish)
Orange sections
to garnish (freshly segmented)
Fresh orange juice
1/4 cup
Honey
2 tablespoons
White wine vinegar
4 teaspoons
Toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon
Kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon
Olive oil
1/4 cup
Instructions
1
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold running water to cool the pasta quickly. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, snow peas, summer squash, shredded carrots, and bok choy. Toss gently to mix the vegetables with the pasta.
3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, honey, white wine vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and kosher salt until well combined. Gradually add the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.
4
Drizzle enough dressing over the pasta and vegetables to lightly coat them. Toss gently again to ensure the ingredients are evenly dressed.
5
When ready to serve, garnish the salad with fresh orange sections and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for a Vibrant Citrus & Sesame Noodle Salad.
How many servings does this noodle salad make?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What type of pasta is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 lb of whole wheat spaghetti, broken in half.
Is this salad considered healthy?
Yes, it is described as a heart-healthy and low-calorie dish.
Which vegetables are included in the salad?
The salad includes snow peas, summer squash, shredded carrots, and shredded bok choy.
Can I add protein to this salad to make it a main meal?
Yes, you can add proteins like shrimp, chicken, or pork to make it a more filling main course.
What ingredients are in the citrus dressing?
The dressing consists of fresh orange juice, honey, white wine vinegar, toasted sesame oil, kosher salt, and olive oil.
How should the pasta be cooked?
The whole wheat spaghetti should be cooked until al dente according to package directions.
How do you cool the pasta quickly?
After draining, rinse the pasta under cold running water to cool it quickly.
How should the summer squash be prepared?
The summer squash should be cut into thin bite-sized strips.
What is the preparation for the snow peas?
The snow peas should be snapped in half.
How much honey is used in the dressing?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of honey.
What type of vinegar is used?
The recipe specifies 4 teaspoons of white wine vinegar.
How much toasted sesame oil is required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil.
What is the secret to emulsifying the dressing?
Gradually add the olive oil while whisking continuously until the mixture is emulsified.
What should I use to garnish the salad?
Garnish the salad with fresh orange sections and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Is this salad served hot or cold?
The salad can be enjoyed either chilled or at room temperature.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, it is tagged as a vegetarian recipe.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish features zesty citrus and nutty sesame flavors.
How much orange juice is needed?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice.
Is kosher salt used in this recipe?
Yes, it calls for 1/8 teaspoon of kosher salt.
How many tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds are needed?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
How much olive oil is in the dressing?
The dressing includes 1/4 cup of olive oil.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 13 ingredients in total.
What is the best meal category for this dish?
It is categorized under Lunch/Snacks.
How are the carrots prepared?
The carrots should be shredded.
How is the bok choy prepared?
The bok choy should be shredded.
Is this an easy recipe to prepare?
Yes, 'easy recipe' is one of the tags associated with this dish.
Should the orange sections be fresh?
Yes, the garnish uses freshly segmented orange sections.
How do you finish the salad after adding the dressing?
Toss the ingredients gently again to ensure everything is evenly coated before serving.