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Pasta Salad

Here's one salad you won't pasta on. Prepared with pasta, almonds and a host of other ingredients, it's a welcome change from those same old sides. So when you're in search of a salad substitute, use your noodle and give this dish a try.


Pasta Salad

Ingredients

For 6 people

  • 8 ounce(s) angel hair pasta
  • 2 tablespoon(s) oil
  • 1 cup(s) slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup(s) sesame seeds
  • 1/3 cup(s) olive oil
  • 1/4 cup(s) sugar
  • 4 tablespoon(s) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1 teaspoon(s) white pepper
  • 1 small red cabbage, shredded
  • 6 scallions, chopped
  • 1 cup(s) (1 8-oz.) can water chestnuts, drained
  • 1 bean sprouts (optional)

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add almonds and sesame seeds. Sauté until slightly brown, set aside. Combine oil, sugar, vinegar, salt and white pepper in a jar. Cover tightly and shake. Set aside. Combine cabbage, scallions, water chestnuts and pasta in a large bowl. Toss in nut mixture. Toss with dressing before serving.
Ready in 20 min 10 min prep

Nutrition facts

  • Kcal: 517.01 kcal
  • Fibers (g): 8.82g
  • Sodium (mg): 428.39mg
  • Carbs: 56.93g
  • Fat: 29.06g
  • Saturated fat (g): 3.4g
  • Proteins: 13.1g