Spicy Asian Pasta Salad With Peanuts Recipe

Name: Spicy Asian Pasta Salad With Peanuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb linguine (broken in half); 6 tablespoons sesame oil; 5 tablespoons honey; 5 tablespoons soy sauce; 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (can use a bit more); 3 large red bell peppers, seeded and sliced very thin; 3 cups fresh green beans, ends trimmed and cut in half; 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup honey-roasted peanuts, coarsley chopped (can add in more); black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb linguine (broken in half)
6 tablespoons sesame oil
5 tablespoons honey
5 tablespoons soy sauce
5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (can use a bit more)
3 large red bell peppers, seeded and sliced very thin
3 cups fresh green beans, ends trimmed and cut in half
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts, coarsley chopped (can add in more)
black pepper

1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until only JUST firm-tender; drain VERY well, and transfer to a large bowl.
2
In a bowl whisk together 5 tablespoons sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, vinegar and cayenne pepper; blend well, and season with salt to taste.
3
Mix half of the dressing into the pasta; toss well to coat.
4
Cover the pasta and chill for 2 hours (or more).
5
In a skillet heat the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil over high heat.
6
Add in beans and onions; saute until JUST beginning to wilt (about 2 minutes).
7
Add in the beans and onions, red bell peppers with the chopped peanuts to the cold pasta.
8
Add a little more dressing to coat, and season with black pepper if desired.
9
Pass the remaining dressing separately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb linguine (broken in half), 6 tablespoons sesame oil, 5 tablespoons honey, 5 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Asian Pasta Salad With Peanuts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Asian Pasta Salad With Peanuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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