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Chilled Sesame Noodles with Carrots Recipe

Name: Chilled Sesame Noodles with Carrots Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 7 oz Asian noodles or spaghetti (about half a package); 1 cup shredded or spiralized carrots (about 1 large carrot); 2 green onions, chopped; 4 tsp ginger paste; 2 tsp garlic paste; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2-3 tbsp sesame oil (to taste); 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 tsp vegetable bouillon powder or paste; 2 tbsp lightly toasted sesame seeds; Black pepper to taste

Bylina Carter October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

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Introduction

Chilled Sesame Noodles with Carrots is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for warm days or as a light meal. The combination of tender noodles, crisp carrots, and a savory sesame dressing creates a delightful balance of textures and flavors.

A white bowl filled with light brown cooked noodles mixed with bright orange carrot rings. Scattered on top are fresh green slices of spring onions and light beige sesame seeds. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface with a striped cloth nearby. A pair of wooden chopsticks with gray tips lies in front of the bowl. A small part of another bowl with similar contents is visible in the top left corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

7 oz Asian noodles or spaghetti (about half a package)
1 cup shredded or spiralized carrots (about 1 large carrot)

4 tsp ginger paste
2 tsp garlic paste

3 tbsp soy sauce
2-3 tbsp sesame oil (to taste)

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 tsp vegetable bullion powder or paste

2 tbsp lightly toasted sesame seeds
Black pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 2: Spiralize the carrots or peel and shred a fresh carrot to get thin strips.
Step 3: In a large bowl or pot, combine the cooked noodles and carrots. Add ginger paste, garlic paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, vegetable bullion, toasted sesame seeds, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.

Step 4: Top the salad with chopped green onions and serve chilled for the best flavor.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add chopped cucumbers or sliced bell peppers.
Swap out vegetable bullion for a splash of mushroom broth for a different depth of flavor.

If you prefer a bit of heat, add a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes.
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.

Storage

Store leftover sesame noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving, give it a good toss and add a little extra sesame oil or soy sauce if it seems dry. This dish is best served cold or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with light golden noodles mixed with curled bright orange carrot slices, scattered green onion pieces, and light brown sesame seeds on top. The noodles look soft and slightly shiny. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface next to a pair of wooden chopsticks with gray handles. There is a small white bowl of sesame seeds and a small white bowl of green onion slices around the main bowl, with a white and black striped cloth partially visible in the upper right corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of noodles?

Yes, you can use any noodles you like such as soba, rice noodles, or even spaghetti. Just cook according to package instructions and rinse to cool.

How can I make this dish vegan?

This recipe is naturally vegan as long as you use vegetable bullion or broth and choose soy sauce without any animal products.