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Healthy Sesame Noodles (Easy 15-Minute Recipe!)

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This Healthy Sesame Noodles recipe is quick, easy, and tastes even better than takeout! You are going to love this recipe, because it is made with clean and nutritious ingredients. Not only that, it is ready to eat in mere minutes. Learn how to make homemade sesame noodles with this simple recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Overhead view of two bowls of Healthy Sesame Noodles with chopsticks on the side on a neutral background.

Why You’ll Love This Healthy Sesame Noodles Recipe

Chinese sesame noodles are a takeout favorite that can be served as an appetizer, main, or side. They can be enjoyed either warm or chilled as a cold noodle dish. They are flavorful enough to be eaten on their own. Thinly sliced carrot, red pepper or crushed peanuts can also be mixed in to the noodles to add a bit of crunch.

I’ve put my own healthy spin on this classic dish by making it with fiber-rich whole wheat pasta, anti-inflammatory oils, honey instead of granulated sugar, and tamari rather than traditional soy sauce. If you would like to make this recipe gluten-free, simply use any type of gluten-free pasta for the noodles.

You could probably make this recipe in less time than it would take to get takeout. Not only that, by making this recipe at home, you know exactly what ingredients are going into it.

How to Make Healthy Sesame Noodles at Home

Here is a brief overview of how to make homemade sesame noodles:

  1. Cook your pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Whip up the sauce.
  3. Toss your noodles with the sauce.
  4. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

As always, detailed ingredient information and instructions are included in the recipe card below.

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More Takeout-Style Recipes

Craving more Asian-style, takeout-inspired dinner recipes? Here are some other great dishes to try:

If you make this Healthy Sesame Noodles recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! ♡

Healthy Sesame Noodles (Easy 15-Minute Recipe!)

Overhead view of two bowls of Chinese Sesame Noodles with chopsticks on the side on a neutral background.
This Healthy Sesame Noodles recipe is easy to make and ready to eat in just 15 minutes!
Alia Kay
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main, Side
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 359 calories

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti or linguine
  • 3 tablespoons tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water, according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, combine the tamari, sesame oil, olive oil, water, honey, rice wine vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan set over medium heat. Cook while stirring until the honey is dissolved.
  • When the pasta is done cooking, drain off the water and return the pasta to the pot. Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta and toss to coat.
  • Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Healthy Sesame Noodles (Easy 15-Minute Recipe!)
Amount per Serving
Calories
359
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Sodium
 
763
mg
33
%
Potassium
 
176
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
50
g
17
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
 
97
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
36
mg
4
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

  1. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.
  2. To make this recipe gluten-free, use any type of gluten-free pasta for the noodles.
Keyword Healthy Sesame Noodles

This post was originally published on February 5, 2017. It has been updated to reflect new information and helpful content.

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  1. 5 stars
    I made this on Sunday and used whole wheat linguine. My family loved it. I definitely will make this again. Thanks for sharing your recipe.