Ever tried Cold Noodle Salad? It’s like regular noodle salad, but served cold. Perfect for hot days when you want a refreshing pasta salad with a twist. The fresh fruits and the crunchy veggies make it extra refreshing as well as healthy. Anything that’s a combination of sweet and tangy fruits and veggies in one bowl can never go wrong.

About The Recipe

Cold Noodle Salad is a tasty dish made with noodles, mixed with fruits and vegetables, and topped with a special sweet and tangy homemade dressing. It’s a refreshing, colorful mix of noodle strands with crunchy veggies and fresh fruits, all coated in a yummy sauce that’s a bit sour and sweet at the same time.

This salad is perfect for starting a meal or as a side dish, especially when the weather is warm. It’s a great way to have a mix of flavors and textures in one dish, providing a tasty flavours to heavier foods.

What makes it special is that it’s a healthy meal as it has vegetables like cucumbers and tomatoes that keep you well hydrated in summers, along with fruits like peaches and apples that are not overly sweet and make for a great diet meal.

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Ingredient List

To make this salad, all you need are simple ingredients that don’t require a fancy shopping trip.

• Noodles: choose any type

• Vegetables: For this salad recipe, my go-to vegetables are onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers. However, you can choose any vegetables you prefer.

• For fruits: I have selected peaches and apples. For those who know me well, my love for peaches and apples in salad recipes is no secret! You can also opt for pineapple chunks or berries.

• For the dressing: You will need mayo, honey, mustard sauce, grated garlic, garlic powder, chili flakes, mixed herbs and lemon juice. I highly recommend using all the dressing ingredients; it’s a delicious combination that you won’t want to skip.

How To Make Cold Noodle Salad (Stepwise Picture Guide)

1. Wash and dice all the vegetables and fruits – onion, tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, peach, and apples into bite-sized pieces.

2. Boil noodles for 5-7 minutes in water, add 1 tsp salt to it. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain all the water and ensure that all the water is drained thoroughly.

3. In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing. Combine honey, mayonnaise, mustard sauce, lemon juice, grated garlic, chili flakes, garlic powder, and mixed herbs. Give it a good mix until well combined.

4. Take a large serving bowl, add the cooked and drained noodles as the base. Layer the diced vegetables and fruits on top of the noodles. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

5. Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving. Serve the chilled noodle salad, perfect for a summer meal or as a side dish at gatherings.

Can I Add Chicken In This Recipe?

You can absolutely add chicken to this recipe to add a protein component to the salad.

Marinate the chicken with salt , black pepper, soy sauce, vinegar and garlic before cooking it. Fry in a heated pan, then let it cool before tossing it with the noodles and vegetables.

Adding chicken is a versatile way to make the salad a more satisfying and well-rounded meal option. Avoid using an excessive amount of spices; keeping it simple is key. When adding chicken to the salad, be mindful that strong spices can overpower the flavors of the other ingredients.

Exploring the Use of Frozen Vegetables in Your Salad

Yes, you can add frozen vegetables to this salad. Just make sure to follow these instructions:

• Let them defrost completely in the fridge or microwave. Make sure to get rid of any extra water.

• After thawing, pat the vegetables dry to remove excess moisture. This helps keep your salad from getting soggy.

• Since frozen veggies might taste less vibrant than fresh ones, add an extra pinch of salt, pepper, or herbs to boost their flavor.

• Frozen veggies may be softer than fresh, but they still work well in salads. Think about how their softness will feel in your dish and adjust other ingredients if needed.

Convenience Of Ready-Made Dressing

You can use ready-made dressing as t’s a convenient and quick way to prepare a salad. Ensure that the dressing you choose complements the ingredients in your salad.

The close option is a combination of ranch and honey mustard dressings for a flavorful twist.