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Cool, Creamy, and the Best Thing to Eat in Pajamas

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-cook (except noodles)
  • Cuisine: Asian fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Nothing says comfort quite like a cold bowl of creamy noodles on a lazy day, especially when you're still in pajamas. This recipe—aptly named Cool, Creamy, and the Best Thing to Eat in Pajamas—is the perfect blend of cozy and refreshing. The chilled noodles are coated in a silky, nutty sesame-peanut sauce and topped with crisp veggies and garnishes that pop with flavor. It’s an ideal quick lunch, make-ahead dinner, or healthy snack that’s perfect for meal prep and pajama days alike. Easy to make, endlessly customizable, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

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8 oz soba noodles or spaghetti

1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

1 garlic clove, finely grated

1–2 tablespoons warm water

1/2 cup cucumber, julienned

1/2 cup carrot, shredded or thinly sliced

2 green onions, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Optional toppings: crushed peanuts, chili oil, chopped cilantro, or edamame

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2. In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic. Add water to thin the sauce.

3. Place noodles in a mixing bowl and toss with the sauce until evenly coated.

4. Add cucumber, carrot, and green onions. Toss again gently to combine.

5. Transfer to bowls. Garnish with sesame seeds and toppings of choice. Serve immediately or chilled.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter for the best consistency and flavor.

Always rinse noodles in cold water to stop cooking and prevent clumping.

Add proteins like tofu, grilled chicken, or edamame to make it more filling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cold noodles, easy lunch, creamy peanut noodles, meal prep, vegetarian

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