Chilled Sesame Noodle Salad

Prep Time: ~15 minutes; Cook Time: ~60 minutes; Yield: Serves 6-8

Ingredients:  

Dressing:

• 1 lg. onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp tamari
• 2-4 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp orange or other citrus juice, fresh squeezed
• 2-3 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp ginger powder
• 1-2 tbsp Sriracha (depending on heat preference)
• 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Noodles & Veggies:

• 8 oz soba or rice noodles
• ½ cup shallots or Vidalia onion, minced
• 2 yellow bell peppers, chopped
• 1 sweet green pepper, chopped
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• ½+ cup green onions, sliced
• 1 ½ tbsp sesame oil
• 1 ½ tbsp sesame seeds, toasted or peanuts, chopped
• Optional, add a protein like faux beef or fried tofu

Directions:

1. Whisk together the dressing ingredients and set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
2. Cook the noodles according to the package.
3. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the veggies.
   1. Chop the shallots/ onions, green onions, yellow and green peppers, and carrots.
   2. Transfer the veggies to a bowl and toss to combine.
4. Strain the noodles and rinse with cold water.
5. Combine the veggies, noodles, and dressing.
   1. Mix until all of the noodles and veggies are coated.
   2. Add in any optional protein.
6. Chill for at least one hour.
   1. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and/or chopped peanuts.
   2. Serve cold.
7. Enjoy!