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Tahini Noodles (20 Minutes!)

Tahini noodles are flavorful, creamy, and so satisfying. Like a sesame version of peanut soba, this recipe is welcome comfort food on busy weeknights. Vegan and easily made gluten-free and/or oil-free.Yield: serves 2 to 3 people; double the sauce if preparing a standard 16 oz. package of pasta

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 540 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

Noodles and veggies:
  • 8 ounces dry noodles or spaghetti such as rice noodles, buckwheat soba, or pasta of choice
  • 6 ounces broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 1 or 2 bunches baby bok choy, ends trimmed, chopped wash well before chopping as it tends to be very dirty/sandy
For the sauce:
  • ⅓ cup Tahini
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil omit for oil free and adjust consistency with water as needed
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (GF)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice about 1 small lime
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • black pepper, optional
  • red pepper flakes, optional
Optional garnish:
  • chopped green onion
  • cilantro
  • sesame seeds or toasted cashews

Instructions

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  1. Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles/pasta according to package directions, and when there are about 2 minutes remaining on the timer, add the broccoli and bok choy to the pot. Stir well. When the noodles are done, drain all in a colander.
  2. To make the sauce, combine the tahini, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and maple syrup in a bowl. Whisk until smooth (it will be thick). Add the soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using, and whisk to combine.
  3. Return the noodles and veggies to the pot and toss with sauce. Serve warm. If desired garnish with green onion, cilantro, or sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Additions - to make the dish more filling, add your favorite plant-based protein, such as cooked tofu, tempeh, seitan, beans, or lentils. 
  • Store leftover noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Nutrition Information

Calories 540kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 78g (26%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 3g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 540

% Daily Value*

Calories 540kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 78g 26%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 3g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.