Easy Sesame Ginger Pasta Salad | Perfect Summer BBQ Side!

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats, while canola is a cost-effective alternative.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

ginger

🥗Healthier: ginger paste

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is a budget-friendly option with a longer shelf life.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley provides a similar fresh flavor, while spinach adds nutrition.

Boil half a pound of rotini noodles in salted water according to package instructions.

Chop half of a medium red onion into thirds and then make thin slices across.

Chop one orange bell pepper into strips.

Chop a couple of heads of broccoli into bite-sized pieces.

Add frozen peas to the boiling pasta for the last two minutes of cooking.

Chop a couple of cucumbers into thin slices.

Optionally chop one jalapeno, depending on spice preference.

Add optional shredded cabbage to the bowl.

Drain and rinse the pasta and peas under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.

Add the drained pasta and peas to the bowl of vegetables.

Pour about a third of a bottle of sesame ginger dressing over the mixture and mix well.

Taste and adjust the dressing as needed, adding more if desired.

Add a can of mandarin oranges (drained) and gently toss to combine.

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