Sesame Ginger Pasta Salad

5 from 1 vote

Sesame Ginger Pasta Salad

This tangy Asian flavored pasta salad is chock full of tender veggies and a delicious twist on the traditional cold side salad. It can be served as a side dish to dinner, or as a light lunch.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Pasta, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Asian

Servings:

Calories: 337kcal

Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

For The Sauce

1 tbsp ginger paste
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp soy sauce

For The Salad

16 oz farfalle pasta cooked according to the package directions, drained
8 oz snow peas blanched
1 sweet red pepper seeded & diced
1 bunch thinly sliced green onions
sesame seeds for garnish
chopped, roasted peanuts for garnish

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Instructions

In a small skillet, over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds, about two minutes or until they’ve turned a light brown. Set them aside.
To a small mixing bowl add the ginger paste, mustard, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and soy sauce. Whisk all the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked pasta, snow peas, diced pepper, sliced green onions, and the dressing.
Toss until everything is coated, and then put it in the refrigerator to chill. Serve cold, making sure to toss everything again right before hand.
Just before plating, top with garnish (if desired).

Notes

Not a fan of toasted sesame seeds? Crispy chow mein noodles or even slivered almonds both add the perfect crunchy topping to servings of this Asian style pasta salad.
For even more zest, throw a clove of pressed garlic into the dressing.
You could really load up on veggies and add any you'd find in Asian meals. Ideas include mushrooms, celery, water chestnuts, baby corn, and edamame.

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