Sesame Ginger Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

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Light and refreshing udon noodles tossed in a zesty sesame-ginger sauce with snap peas, carrots, and scallions. This Asian-inspired salad recipe (low sodium, vegetarian), ready in about 23 minutes, pairs udon noodles, snap peas, carrots 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz udon noodles
1 cup snap peas
1/2 cup carrots
1/4 cup green onions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 oz udon noodles and cook for 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
Step 2: Julienne 1 cup snap peas. Grate 1/2 cup carrots. Chop 1/4 cup green onions.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp salt until well combined.
Step 4: Add cooked noodles, snap peas, carrots, and green onions to the bowl. Toss until evenly coated with sauce. Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.