Name: Spicy Udon Noodle Salad with Edamame and Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: Asian

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January 30, 2026

Spicy Udon Noodle Salad with Edamame and Cashews is a delicious dish that can act as a main course or a side dish. Toasted sesame oil, scallions, and red pepper flakes pack this dressing with flavors. The flavors only get better with time so it's also convenient to make ahead of time for a party or potluck.

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Spicy Udon Noodle Salad with Edamame and Cashews

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WarningMilk and 7 other allergens identified

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the crushed garlic, chopped scallions, grated ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, salt, red pepper flakes, agave (or honey) and salt. Set aside until you're ready to dress the noodles.

Cook your udon noodles according to the package instructions.

Make sure to rinse the noodles out with cold water immediately after draining.

Slice the carrots and peppers into thin long pieces.

In a frying pan, over medium heat, toast the cashews for 3 to 5 minutes constantly stirring with a spoon.

Combine with the vegetables, edamame and the dressing in a large bowl.

Set the dish aside for at least one hour.

Once you're ready to serve, chop the toasted cashews and sprinkle both the cashews and the sesame seeds over the dish.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Noodle Prep Perfection 🍜
Cook udon noodles just until al dente and immediately rinse with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking, ensuring a perfect texture in your salad.
Flavor Infusion Technique 🌶️
Toast sesame seeds and red pepper flakes in a dry pan for 30-60 seconds to enhance their nutty and spicy flavors before adding to the dressing.
Vegetable Prep Pro Tip 🥕
Julienne carrots and bell peppers with a sharp knife or mandoline for uniform, thin cuts that will absorb the dressing more evenly and look professionally prepared.
Dressing Emulsion Trick 🥄
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously or use a blender to create a smooth, well-incorporated sauce that clings perfectly to the noodles and vegetables.
Make-Ahead Magic 🕰️
Prepare the salad up to 24 hours in advance, storing noodles, vegetables, and dressing separately, then combine just before serving to maintain optimal texture and freshness.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.