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While many pasta salad recipes use mayonnaise or cream-based dressings [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], this recipe is much lighter and healthier than popular summer salad dishes like potato salad and macaroni salad. In addition to beng low-fat, this pasta salad is also ideal for warm-weather events like picnics and cookouts because sesame ginger salad dressing is egg and dairy free.
The combination of flavors and textures in this recipe make for an interesting taste experience: sesame inger dressing is tangy and is a nice contrast with the the crisp, sweet flavors and satisfying crunch of the red pepper and cucumber, The scallions and cilantro also add a little flavor kick to this dish.
2 cups shelled edamame (green soybeans), fresh or frozenone medium red pepper, choppedapproximately 1 cup of bottled sesame ginger salad dressing8 oz. pasta salad twirls or asian lo main noodles1 cucumber, peeled and diced1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro leaves2 scallions, finely chopped
Prepare pasta according to package instruction and set asidePrepare edamame and set asidedice red pepperdice cucumber (peel if desiredChop cilantro and scallionsIn a large bowl, combine pasta, shelled edamame, red pepper and cucumber.Add chopped cilantro and scallions.Pour sesame ginger salad dressing over ingredients and mix to coat other ingredients evenlyChill in refrigerator for 2 – 3 hours before servingLow-Fat Pasta Salad
This dish pairs well with other light foods such as fresh fruit and grilled kabobs, as well as other Asian-inspired dishes such as cold spring rolls. Whether as a vegetarian main dish, or as a healthy side dish, this Asian pasta salad is an easy and healthy way to eat more soy.
Eating organic edamame is one the best ways to get more soy protein, because edamame is unprocessed soy. In Japanese eateries, steamed edamame still in the shell is often served as an appetizer. In the West, shelled edamame has also become a popular ingredient at salad bars.
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This recipe serves 4 – 6 as a light meatless main dish, and 8 – 10 as a side. Only about 30 minutes of prep time is needed prior to chilling the dish in the refrigerator..
An Easy Pasta Salad
This is also an attractive dish to make for company or to take to a potluck dinner. The red color of the pepper and the green soy beans, cucumbers, cilantro and scallions make this light [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], healthy pasta salad colorful and enticing.
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Soy & Ginger Sesame Pasta Salad Recipe
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This Asian pasta salad recipe offers one way to eat more soy. The recipe features shelled edamame and is an easy meatless main dish. The soybeans and noodles provide plenty of protein. This pasts salad also works well as a side.
Organic soy is rich in protein and has health benefits. Soy can be an important source of low-fat protein for vegetarians and vegans. Eating soy foods is also recommended to help relieve symptoms of menopause and has also been linked to preventing recurrence of breast cancer in a recent study published by the Journal of American Medical Association.