How to Make Norris' Sesame Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

There is nothing quite like a refreshing pasta salad on a warm summer day. The combination of cool pasta, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing is the perfect way to satisfy your hunger while still staying light and energized. If you're looking for a new pasta salad recipe to add to your repertoire, look no further than Norris' Sesame Pasta Salad.

This recipe is a delightful twist on the classic pasta salad, featuring a nutty and savory flavor profile thanks to the addition of toaste...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • ½ cup sesame oil
  • 7 tablespoons honey
  • 6 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ¼ cup corn oil
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
  • ¾ cup shaved green onions, or more to taste
  • ⅓ cup honey-roasted peanuts, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
  • Mix spaghetti, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, corn oil, red pepper flakes, and salt together in a large bowl until spaghetti is evenly coated. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Add cilantro, green onions, peanuts, and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
  • Nutrition

    220 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 447mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 89mg