This Sesame Noodle Salad is the perfect meal prep recipe. You can make a big batch at the beginning of the week and have it for healthy lunches and dinners all week long!
I used brown rice noodles and Tamari sauce to keep this recipe gluten-free, but be sure to check the recipe notes for suggestions on other types of noodles to try.
We get our plant-based protein from the tofu, vitamins and antioxidants from the bell peppers and green onions, a good source of energy from the pasta, and some quality fats from the sesame oil and sesame seeds. Not to mention, great flavor from the sesame dressing!
I hope you love this recipe! Be sure to leave a comment below if you give it a try, and tag me in your photos on Instagram @wellismore so I can see all of your delicious creations!
Recipe Notes
This recipe can be made super simple and quick if you want it to be. You can also play with the add-ins and make the flavor profile more complex if that’s your thing! See notes below:
Noodles - I used Jovial brand gluten-free capellini pasta for this recipe. Of course, if gluten is not an issue for you, you can use regular spaghetti or capellini pasta. You could also try using rice, udon, soba, or ramen noodles. I’d also recommend trying Banza brand noodles for extra plant-based protein.
Tamari - I used low sodium Tamari sauce for this recipe. You can also use low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos instead. If using full sodium, omit the sea salt.
Optional Add-Ins - I provided some suggestions for optional add-ins you may want to include in the dressing, including honey or maple syrup to sweeten, minced garlic or garlic powder, ginger paste or grated ginger, lime juice, and/or chili flakes for an extra kick of heat.
Sprouted Tofu - I always buy organic sprouted tofu when it’s available. It’s made from sprouted soybeans, which makes it easier on the gut and easier to digest. Regular firm or extra-firm tofu will work too!
Veggies - I kept it super simple with bell pepper and green onions, but you can add whatever additional veggies you like.
I hope you love this recipe! Be sure to leave a comment below if you give it a try, and tag me in your photos on Instagram @wellismore so I can see all of your delicious creations!
Sesame Noodle Salad, Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
2/3 package brown rice spaghetti or capellini pasta (I used Jovial brand)
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp rice vinegar
1/4 cup low sodium tamari sauce
1-2 tbsp sesame oil
1 heaping tbsp sesame seeds
1/4 tsp sea salt
Sriracha to taste
Optional add-ins: honey or maple syrup, minced garlic or garlic powder, ginger paste or grated ginger, lime juice, chili flakes
7-8 oz sprouted extra-firm tofu, cut into small cubes
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 stalks green onion, diced
Instructions
Prepare pasta according to package instructions
Meanwhile, combine rice vinegar, tamari, sesame oil, sesame seeds, sea salt, sriracha, and additional add-ins (if using) in a small bowl and stir to combine
Strain and rinse pasta in cold water. Transfer to a mixing bowl. Add tofu, bell pepper, green onions, and prepared dressing. Stir to combine.
Cover and transfer the noodle salad to the refrigerator. Allow to rest and marinate for 1-2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Serve cold and enjoy!