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.

4 servings
50 min

Ingredients

  • 1 head broccoli
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 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. 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. 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. 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