Bored with your lunch routine? Try this nutritious and delicious Asian Noodle Salad courtesy of our friends at Church Health. All of your lunch pals will be super jealous when they see you chomping on this tasty meal.
Asian Noodle Salad
- 8 oz whole-wheat spaghetti
- 1 cup frozen mukimame
- 3 cups brocolli slaw or coleslaw mix
- 1 cup thinly sliced red or yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Large pinch of salt
Salad Dressing
- 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 TBSP honey
- 1 TBSP sesame oil
- 1 TBSP rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
DIRECTIONS
1. Prepare vegetables.
2. Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Add a pinch of salt and pasta to the water once boiling. Cook the noodles according to package directions. Once the noodles are cooked, drain well. Do not rinse the noodles.
3. Meanwhile, prepare the dressing by whisking all ingredients together in a large bowl.
4. Add the pasta to a large bowl with prepared dressing and toss to coat. Add vegetables.
5. Serve immediately and refrigerate for later. Serve cold.
Courtesy of Church Health.