How to Make Chinese Cold Pasta Salad in 15 Minutes

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Chinese cold pasta salad –Are you ready to jazz up your pasta game with a zesty twist? This Asian Pasta Salad is like a delicious party in your mouth! Perfect for those warm days when you want something light and refreshing, this salad is bound to be a crowd-pleaser. So grab your chopping board and let’s get cooking!

Asian Pasta Salad

First up, let’s set the scene with a vibrant image of this eye-catching dish!

Asian Pasta Salad - The Forked Spoon

Now that we have your attention, here are the ingredients you’ll need to whip up this scrumptious salad:

  • 8 oz pasta (preferably rotini or bowtie)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • ½ cup green onions, sliced
  • ⅓ cup sesame seeds
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped (optional, but we love it!)

And, of course, we need the dressing that really makes this dish shine. Here’s what you’re going to mix up:

  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Now, for the fun part—let’s turn those ingredients into an irresistible salad! Follow these simple steps:

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down. Nobody likes a hot pasta salad!
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, shredded chicken, bell pepper, snap peas, carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if you’re feeling wild.
  3. In a separate small bowl or jar, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until well mixed. Feel free to channel your inner scientist here!
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated—like a warm hug for your ingredients!
  5. Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows all those fabulous flavors to mingle and become best friends.
  6. Serve it up in stylish bowls or straight from the mixing bowl, and get ready for compliments galore!

And there you have it—a colorful, tasty, and ridiculously easy Asian Pasta Salad that’s ready to impress at your next gathering or simply for your own enjoyment. So dig in and let the flavor fiesta begin!