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25-Minute Vegan Sesame Noodle Salad — homemade vegan sesame noodle salad recipe

25-Minute Vegan Sesame Noodle Salad

A quick and refreshing vegan noodle salad packed with crunchy vegetables and a savory sesame dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shelled edamame
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook rice noodles according to package directions, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly.
  2. Combine shredded carrots, red bell pepper, purple cabbage, edamame, and green onions in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, tahini, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the cooled noodles to the vegetable mixture.
  5. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss gently until well coated.
  6. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Can be served immediately or chilled for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.