Cold Sesame Noodles with Broccoli and Kale
A refreshing Asian-inspired noodle dish combining roasted broccoli, tender kale, and ramen noodles tossed in a flavorful sesame-ginger dressing. Topped with fresh mint and sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- •1 head broccoli
- •2 cloves garlic
- •1½ teaspoons sambal oelek
- •1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
- •¾ cup vegetable oil
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •¼ teaspoon black pepper
- •3 whole scallions
- •1 piece ginger
- •4 cups Tuscan kale
- •2 packages ramen noodles
- •1 to taste mint leaves and sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss broccoli with grated garlic, sambal oelek, 1 Tbsp. vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until tender and browned in spots, 20-25 minutes.
25 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, whisk scallions, ginger, sliced garlic, 1 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and remaining 1/2 cup vinegar and 1/2 cup oil in a large bowl. Add kale; toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour.
15 min
- 3.
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water. Add noodles and warm broccoli to kale and toss to coat. Divide among bowls and top with mint, sesame seeds, and more scallions.
10 min