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Cold Asian Pesto Noodles
Cold Asian Pesto Noodles
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
 

These cold asian pesto noodles could not be more simple to make or fun to eat! They're refreshing, super flavorful and light for a summer meal.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cold Asian Pesto Noodles, Cold Noodles
Servings: 6
Calories: 327 kcal
Author: Jeanie and Lulu's Kitchen
Ingredients
  • 3 cups fresh basil packed
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 whole lime zested and juiced
  • 3/4 cup fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 16 ounces flat rice noodles
  • toasted sesame seeds for sprinkling on top
Instructions
  1. First, get a large pot of water on to boil for the noodles. Then set up a food processor and combine the basil, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, chives, dill, peanuts, sesame oil and and soy sauce in it. Puree it all together thoroughly. Then let it run while you slowly pour in the olive oil until it becomes a thick, lovely paste sauce. Set it aside. Boil the egg noodles for about 3-4 minutes, just until tender. Refer to the package directions for best results though. Then drain them and rinse them thoroughly in cold water to rinse off the excess starch. That way they don't get gummy. Transfer the noodles to a very large bowl and stir in the pesto sauce in stages. That way it gets incorporated more easily. Serve immediately, or store in a sealed container and enjoy the leftovers cold! Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top when you serve for some texture.

Nutrition Facts
Cold Asian Pesto Noodles
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 327 Calories from Fat 229
% Daily Value*
Fat 25.4g39%
Saturated Fat 3.6g23%
Sodium 44mg2%
Potassium 178mg5%
Carbohydrates 23.4g8%
Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugar 0.9g1%
Protein 4.7g9%
Calcium 4mg0%
Iron 8mg44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.