Chinese Pasta Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound pasta (any shape)
• 1 cup (120g) shredded carrots
• 1 cup (120g) shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup (120g) shredded green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped celery
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup (30g) chopped fresh cilantro

Dressing:

• 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon (15g) honey
• 1 teaspoon (5g) ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) garlic powder

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

According to pasta package instructions

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions and drain.
2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded carrots, cabbage, bell pepper, celery, onion, and cilantro.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and pasta and toss to coat.
5. Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

(For 1 serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and crunchy
• Sweet and savory
• Healthy and flavorful

User Comments:

• "This pasta salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for any meal."
• "I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad. It's a great way to get my veggies in."
• "This is the best Chinese pasta salad I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• If you don't have sesame oil, you can substitute olive oil.
• Be careful not to overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
• Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.