Almond Butter Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Almond Butter Sesame Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Almond Butter Dressing (adapted from Chef Amber Shea); 1/4 cup almond butter; 1/4 cup gluten-free tamari; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon raw honey; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Noodle Salad Ingredients; 1 12 oz package brown-rice spaghetti; 2 carrots, peeled with a vegetable peeler into ribbons; 1 zucchini, peeled with a vegetable peeler into ribbons; 1/2 red pepper, julienned; few leaves of basil, chopped into thin strands; raw organic cashews for garnish; chopped scallions for garnish; organic hemp seeds for garnish

Servings: persons

Almond Butter Dressing (adapted from Chef Amber Shea)
1/4 cup almond butter
1/4 cup gluten-free tamari
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon raw honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Noodle Salad Ingredients
1 12 oz package brown-rice spaghetti
2 carrots, peeled with a vegetable peeler into ribbons
1 zucchini, peeled with a vegetable peeler into ribbons
1/2 red pepper, julienned
few leaves of basil, chopped into thin strands
raw organic cashews for garnish
chopped scallions for garnish
organic hemp seeds for garnish

1
Boil a large pot of water and cook pasta according to directions on package.
2
Whisk all ingredients for dressing in a bowl and set to the side.
3
Combine carrots, zucchini, and red pepper in a large bowl.
4
When pasta is done, drain, rinse under cold water, drain well again and add to bowl with vegetables.
5
Add 1/2 amount of dressing to salad and mix to combine. Taste and add a bit more if needed.
6
Mix in shredded basil leaves
7
If eating immediately, plate salad and garnish with hemp seeds, cashews, and scallions. If not eating immediately, let salad chill in the refrigerator until ready to eat. You can add the garnishes to the whole bowl and mix in if needed. Can be eaten warm or cold.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Almond Butter Dressing (adapted from Chef Amber Shea), 1/4 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup gluten-free tamari, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, and more.

Yes, Almond Butter Sesame Noodle Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Almond Butter Sesame Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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