Korean-Inspired Sesame Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

A quick and flavorful salad with chewy noodles, sesame dressing, and a mix of crunchy vegetables. This Korean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ramen noodles, sesame oil, soy sauce into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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 ramen noodles
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 medium, julienned carrots
• 1/2, julienned cucumber
• 1/2, julienned bell pepper
• 2, sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until chilled. Drain well.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and 1 tbsp water until well combined.
3. Step 3: Add cooked noodles, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions to the bowl. Toss to coat evenly with the dressing.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top. Toss gently to distribute. Serve immediately for最佳 texture.