Creamy Sesame Noodles with Steamed Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-28 · Updated 2026-07-28

Silky noodles tossed in a savory sesame sauce paired with tender steamed broccoli for a simple, satisfying meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs spaghetti noodles, broccoli florets, tahini (sesame paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti noodles
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3 tbsp warm water
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp chopped scallions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add 8 oz spaghetti noodles. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: While noodles cook, steam 2 cups broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-6 minutes until bright green and tender but still crisp.
3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 3 tbsp warm water until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Toss the cooked noodles immediately with the sesame sauce until thoroughly coated.
5. Step 5: Plate the noodles and top with the steamed broccoli, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 2 tbsp chopped scallions. Serve warm or at room temperature.