Get ready to transform your ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mind-blowing Cool Noodles with Green Pesto and Soy Sesame Dressing! Imagine a dish that combines the vibrant freshness of Italian pesto with the rich, umami depths of Asian-inspired seasoning – this recipe is about to become your new obsession. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality fusion masterpiece that will have your taste buds dancing and your friends begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Fusion
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces noodles of choice
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water for seasoning.
- Add the noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While noodles are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until well combined.
- Once noodles are cooked, drain them in a colander and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the noodles quickly.
- Shake off excess water from the noodles and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the basil pesto to the noodles and toss gently to coat evenly, ensuring each noodle is well-dressed.
- Pour the soy sesame dressing over the noodles and mix thoroughly to incorporate all flavors.
- Garnish the noodles with halved cherry tomatoes and sliced cucumber for freshness and color.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
- Serve cold as a refreshing and flavorful fusion dish.
Tips
- Choose your noodles wisely: While the recipe works with various noodles, opt for medium-width varieties like linguine or soba for the best texture.
- Salt your boiling water generously - it's the secret to perfectly seasoned noodles from the inside out.
- Rinsing noodles with cold water is crucial to stop the cooking process and create that refreshing cold noodle experience.
- For an extra flavor boost, toast your sesame oil briefly in a pan before mixing the dressing to enhance its nutty profile.
- Prep your vegetables in advance and keep them chilled to maintain that crisp, fresh texture when you garnish the dish.
- Let the noodles sit in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 258kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
