Description
A vibrant and refreshing Asian Pasta Salad, perfect for gatherings and quick meals.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta (about 4 cups)
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast meat (or rotisserie chicken)
- 1 cup shredded carrot
- ¾ cup roughly chopped cilantro
- ½ cup thinly sliced green onion
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup slivered almonds or peanut pieces
Instructions
- Mix the vegetable oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a jar or bowl until combined.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bow tie pasta for about 10 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process.
- Fold in the chopped chicken, shredded carrot, cilantro, sliced green onion, diced red bell pepper, and slivered almonds.
- Shake the dressing again and drizzle it over the salad. Toss everything together until well coated.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap the chicken for tofu or chickpeas. Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian