Sesame Udon Noodles
Sesame Udon Noodles deliver springy noodles tossed with a soy-ginger dressing that’s nutty, tangy, and lightly spicy. Crisp bell peppers, snap peas, and scallions add bright crunch, while toasted sesame seeds bring a toasty finish. Serve this vibrant side dish warm or room temperature alongside grilled meats, tofu, or seafood.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Sesame Udon Noodles, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 45
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil, and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid and shake vigorously to mix. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the udon noodles and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
- 3
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the bell peppers with the green onion and peas. Microwave until warm but still crisp. Add to the noodles in the bowl, pour the dressing over everything, toss to coat, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
- Calories 601.14 kcal High 30%
- Protein 12.62 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 78.82 g 29%
- Total Fat 26.59 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 1.87 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.36 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 1059.58 mg High 46%
- Dietary Fiber 6.17 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 9.23 g --
- Added Sugars 0.17 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 131.75 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 3.31 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 561.24 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 43.72 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 37.47 mg Good Source 42%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
About This Recipe
Sesame Udon Noodles is made with 14 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Ginger, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 601.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Sesame Udon Noodles made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Ginger, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, Green Onion, Hot Sauce. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Sesame Udon Noodles?
- About 25 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 601.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Sesame Udon Noodles easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Sesame Udon Noodles healthy?
- Sesame Udon Noodles has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 601.14 calories and 12.62 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1059.58 mg (46% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.87 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Peanuts, Soy, Wheat, Gluten and Sesame, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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