Best 12 Asian Noodle And Pasta Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, the Asian noodle and pasta salad emerges as a symphony of taste. This delectable dish, a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences, is a testament to the boundless creativity of the culinary arts. With its vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and an explosion of flavors, the Asian noodle and pasta salad promises a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Embark on this culinary adventure as we explore the depths of flavors and guide you through the steps to create the perfect Asian noodle and pasta salad, a dish that will undoubtedly become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

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ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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Asian Noodle Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing. A flavorful, easy, and healthy cold pasta salad recipe! Easy to make ahead and feeds a crowd.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course     Salad     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces long thin whole wheat pasta noodles
24 ounces Mann's Broccoli Cole Slaw (2 12-ounce bags)
4 ounces grated carrots
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (gluten free if needed)
1 tablespoon Sriracha pepper sauce ( or garlic chile sauce, plus additional to taste)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
3/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, (roughly chopped)
3/4 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water to remove the excess starch and stop the cooking, then transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the broccoli cole slaw and carrots.
  • While the pasta cooks, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, peanut butter, soy sauce, Sriarcha, ginger, and garlic. Pour over the noodle mixture and toss to combine. Add the peanuts and cilantro and toss once more. Serve chilled or at room temperature with additional Sriracha sauce as desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 10), Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 181 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g

EASY ASIAN PASTA SALAD



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Cool pasta salad on a hot summer day is the perfect BBQ side dish. It is always one of the first things to go.

Provided by MrsHollowell

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Spaghetti Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
1 teaspoon olive oil
6 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup sugar snap peas

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl and toss with olive oil.
  • Whisk soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame seeds, chili sauce, and sesame oil together in a bowl until sugar dissolves. Toss soy sauce mixture with pasta; top with green onions, red bell pepper, and snap peas. Refrigerate 30 minutes to overnight to allow flavors to blend. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.9 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1387.2 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 ounces thin spaghetti
One 8-ounce bag julienne/fine-cut carrots (about 1 1/2 cups)
One 6-ounce bag baby sweet peppers, seeded and sliced thinly into rings (about 1 cup)
One 4-ounce bag bean sprouts (about 1 cup)
3 English cucumbers, halved, seeds removed and sliced
3 scallions, sliced
Up to 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 head or more napa cabbage, sliced
1/2 head or more purple cabbage, sliced
1/2 bunch kale, leaves torn off the stalks and shredded
2 cups peanuts, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • For the salad: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti to al dente according to the package directions. Drain, rinse and let cool.
  • Mix together the cooked spaghetti, carrots, peppers, bean sprouts, cucumbers, scallions, cilantro, napa cabbage, purple cabbage and kale. Add the peanuts and toss together.
  • For the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, sesame oil and garlic in a medium bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix together with tongs or your hands. If the salad seems a little dry, just mix up a little more of the wet ingredients of the dressing and throw it in. It's a very organic process.
  • Transfer to a large platter and serve.

DANG COLD ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package soba noodles
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot chili oil
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 carrot, thinly sliced or julienned
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced or julienned
5 green onions, bottom 4 inches, thinly sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced napa cabbage
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced or julienned
1/2 cup julienned bok choy
1 cup bean sprouts, optional
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, for garnish
4 tablespoons unsalted peanuts, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium stock pot, boil water, add salt and cook noodles. When finished, place noodles in an ice water bath to cool. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine, sesame oil, vinegar, soy sauce, hot chili oil, hoisin and extra-virgin olive oil. Mix thoroughly and then combine prepared vegetables and noodles.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and peanuts.

ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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This Asian noodle salad makes for a briny and delicious lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
6 ounces soba noodles
6 ounces tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 scallions, minced

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook 8 ounces trimmed green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces, until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a colander. In same pot, cook 6 ounces soba noodles according to package instructions; drain well (do not rinse).
  • Meanwhile, cut 6 ounces firm silken tofu into 1/2-inch cubes; drain on paper towels. Place in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil. Pour half the dressing over tofu; toss gently to coat.
  • In a large bowl, toss remaining dressing with noodles, green beans, and 2 minced scallions. Sprinkle tofu on top. Let cool.

ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
3/4 lb thin linguine
1 cup coarsely shredded carrot
3 scallions, cut crosswise into thirds and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
6 radishes, halved and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Stir together soy sauce, vinegar, oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, and ginger.
  • Cook linguine in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water until cool. Toss with dressing, carrot, scallions, sesame seeds, and radishes in a large bowl.

SPICY ASIAN-STYLE PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Erin Renouf Mylroie

Categories     Pasta     Side     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Peanut     Pea     Bell Pepper     Summer     Bon Appétit     California     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound linguine, broken in half
4 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 red bell peppers, seeded, thinly sliced
3 cups snow peas
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup honey-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain very well. Transfer to large bowl.
  • Whisk 3 tablespoons sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, vinegar and cayenne pepper in small bowl to blend. Season with salt. Mix half of dressing into pasta. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, peas and onion and sauté until just beginning to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add vegetables to pasta. Mix in peanuts, basil and enough dressing to coat. Serve, passing any remaining dressing separately.

ASIAN NOODLES AND PORK PASTA SALAD



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This is a refreshing summer meal that does not take a long time to prepare. Chicken can be used instead of pork

Provided by Kate in Ontario

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked penne or 2 cups spiral shaped pasta
1 cup broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 cup button mushroom, halved
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons oil
1 (3 ounce) package oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles
1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into narrow strips
2 red onions, slices quartered
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until desired doneness.
  • Drain, rinse with cool water to cool and drain again.
  • Meanwhile in small bowl, mix vinegar, sugar 3 T oil and seasoning packet from soup mix.
  • Whisk until blended and set aside.
  • Heat rest of oil in non-stick skillet over high heat until hot.
  • Add pork and stir fry 6-7 minutes or until brown.
  • Remove meat and stir fry mushrooms and broccoli until tender crisp adding more oil if needed.
  • In large bowl, combine pork, pasta, broccoli, mushrooms and red onion.
  • Pour vinegar mix over salad and toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • Just before serving, break ramen noodles into pieces.
  • Add noodles and sesame seeds and toss.
  • Sprinkle parmesan on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.8, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 609.9, Carbohydrate 72.6, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 12.7, Protein 34

ASIAN LINGUINE SALAD



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With loads of vegetables and a delicious lemon-sesame oil dressing, this low-fat pasta toss offers guilt-free enjoyment. "The original recipe called for raw vegetables, but we think they taste so great stir fried this way," explains Pat Hilmer of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked linguine
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 medium carrots, julienned
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup fresh snow peas
1 garlic clove, minced
1 small zucchini, julienned
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts
1 green onion, julienned

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions; drain and place in a large serving bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, water, lemon juice and sesame oil. Refrigerate 1/4 cup for dressing. Pour remaining mixture over hot linguine; toss to coat evenly., In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry carrots and red pepper in 3/4 teaspoon olive oil for 2 minutes. Add snow peas and garlic; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add to linguine. , Stir-fry the zucchini, bean sprouts and onion in remaining olive oil for 2 minutes; add to linguine mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN NOODLE SALAD



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Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     dinner, weekday, salads and dressings, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
2 scallions, minced
1 stalk fresh lemongrass, trimmed and minced (about 2 tablespoons)
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup Thai fish sauce or soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Vietnamese or Thai chili paste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Salt to taste
6 ounces Chinese wheat or buckwheat noodles
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cups diced cooked shrimp or lobster (optional)
2 cups mung bean sprouts
2 cups shredded Napa cabbage
2 carrots, cut into matchstick slivers
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and cut into matchstick slivers
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus 4 whole sprigs for garnish
1/4 cup fresh Thai or regular basil leaves, cut into slivers
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, cut into slivers
2 jalapeno chilies or to taste, sliced thin
3 tablespoons chopped dry-roasted peanut

Steps:

  • Combine dressing ingredients in bowl, and whisk until honey dissolves. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.
  • Cook noodles in boiling salted water until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in colander, rinse with cold water until cool, and drain. Place noodles in salad bowl; toss with oil.
  • Stir in shrimp or lobster (if using), bean sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, cilantro leaves, basil, mint and half the chilies. Stir in dressing. Divide noodles among 4 plates, sprinkle with peanuts, and garnish with reserved chilies and cilantro sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 308, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1805 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams

PEANUT NOODLE PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Peanut Noodle Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, water, salt, whole grain linguine, large carrots, cucumbers, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green onions, chopped fresh cilantro, peanuts

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Sides

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup water
salt, for water
1 box whole grain linguine, or pasta of choice
1 cup large carrots, julienned
2 cucumbers, shaved using vegetable peeler
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips
3 green onions, sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, Sriracha, water, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and water.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and run under cold water to cool.
  • Combine pasta with the sliced vegetables in a large bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables and mix well. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour, or overnight. To serve, garnish with chopped cilantro and peanuts.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 11 grams

ASIAN NOODLE & BEEF SALAD



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My Asian-inspired pasta salad is crunchy, tangy and light. If you have fresh herbs, like basil or cilantro, on hand, add them to the mix. -Kelsey Casselbury, Odenton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces thin rice noodles
1 cup julienned zucchini
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 celery rib, sliced

Steps:

  • For dressing, mix first six ingredients. Sprinkle steak with pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°), 6-8 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., Meanwhile, prepare rice noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. In a large bowl, combine noodles, vegetables and steak; toss with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 855mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the more flavorful your salad will be. If possible, use organic vegetables and herbs.
  • Cook your noodles al dente: Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian, and it refers to the ideal texture of cooked pasta. Noodles that are cooked al dente are slightly firm to the bite, which helps them hold their shape in the salad.
  • Rinse your noodles with cold water: Rinsing your noodles with cold water after cooking stops the cooking process and prevents them from becoming sticky.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your salad, the more nutritious and flavorful it will be. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, celery, cucumber, peppers, and tomatoes.
  • Add some protein: Protein helps to make your salad more filling and satisfying. Some good options include grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beans.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of your salad together. Be sure to use a dressing that you enjoy and that complements the other ingredients in your salad.
  • Chill your salad before serving: Chilling your salad before serving helps to firm up the noodles and vegetables and makes the flavors meld together.

Conclusion:

Asian noodle and pasta salads are a delicious and easy way to enjoy your favorite Asian flavors. With a variety of recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a salad that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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