Cold Teriyaki Noodle Salad – Fresh, Flavorful & Perfect for Meal Prep

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This Cold Teriyaki Noodle Salad is the ultimate make-ahead lunch or side dish — chilled noodles tossed with crisp vegetables, tender chicken (or tofu), and a sweet-savory teriyaki dressing. It’s light yet satisfying, easy to customize, and bursting with Asian-inspired flavors that get even better as it chills in the fridge.

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Why You’ll Love This Cold Teriyaki Noodle Salad

  • Perfect for Warm Days – Served cold for a refreshing bite.
  • Customizable – Use chicken, shrimp, tofu, or just veggies.
  • Great for Meal Prep – Flavors deepen overnight.
  • Packed with Flavor – Sweet teriyaki sauce with tangy sesame dressing.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Salad:

  • 8 oz soba noodles, rice noodles, or spaghetti
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (optional, or use tofu)
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

For the Teriyaki Dressing:

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Cook the Noodles – Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  2. Make the Dressing – In a jar or small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
  3. Assemble the Salad – In a large mixing bowl, combine noodles, chicken (or tofu), bell pepper, carrots, cabbage, cucumber, and green onions.
  4. Toss with Dressing – Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Chill & Serve – Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Tips for the Best Cold Teriyaki Noodle Salad

  • Make It Vegetarian – Swap chicken for crispy tofu or edamame.
  • Add Crunch – Top with roasted peanuts or cashews.
  • Meal Prep Friendly – Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

This Cold Teriyaki Noodle Salad is the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat — easy, fresh, and endlessly adaptable for lunch, dinner, or picnics. 🥢🥗

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