Sheila Santiago
@sanshe
Sesame Honey Pasta Salad
A refreshing and flavorful pasta salad featuring spaghetti tossed in a sesame-honey dressing, complemented by fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal.
Details
- Meal Type:lunch
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:11
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings18
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 1/2 cup
- 7 tablespoons
- 6 tablespoons
- 1/4 cup
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 3/4 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 1/3 cup
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Sesame Honey Pasta Salad.
Step 1
Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once the water is bubbling, add your spaghetti and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture—this should take about 12 minutes.
Step 3
When it’s done, drain the spaghetti and set it aside to cool.
Step 4
In a spacious bowl, mix together the cooked spaghetti with sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, corn oil, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt.
Step 5
Give it a good toss to ensure every strand of pasta is beautifully coated in that delicious sauce.
Step 6
To let those flavors really come together, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Step 7
This step is key for a burst of flavor! When you’re ready to serve, take the bowl out of the fridge and add in the vibrant chopped cilantro, thinly shaved green onions, crunchy honey-roasted peanuts, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Step 8
Gently toss everything together, and you’ll have a delightful dish that’s not only tasty but also visually appealing.
Step 9
Enjoy your flavorful creation!.