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Asian Cucumber Pasta Salad Lunch Box

Light, refreshing, and full of flavour, this Asian Cucumber Pasta Salad is perfect for lunchboxes or a quick, no-fuss meal. Crisp smashed cucumber, al dente pasta, and a savoury, slightly spicy dressing come together with fresh coriander and sesame for an easy Asian-inspired dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 person
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Chinese, Fusion
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad:
  • 1 piece medium cucumber
  • 200 g cooked pasta
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp black vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds plus extra for garnish
  • ½ tsp chilli adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • 1 Pinch of salt
  • 1 handful fresh coriander chopped
For the lunch box sides:
  • 1 piece banana sliced
  • 1 handful strawberries
  • 1 handful Hello Kitty cookies
  • 1 handful popcorn

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the cucumber
  1. Lightly smash the cucumber, then cut it into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Make the dressing
  1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, black vinegar, minced garlic, sesame seeds, chilli, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
Step 3: Toss the salad
  1. Add the smashed cucumber and cooked pasta to the dressing. Stir until evenly coated, then gently mix in the fresh coriander.
Step 4: Pack the lunch box
  1. Transfer the salad to a container and garnish with extra sesame seeds. Add the banana, strawberries, Hello Kitty cookies, and popcorn to complete the lunch box.

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Notes

  • Smash the cucumber lightly to help it absorb the dressing.
  • Adjust chilli to suit children or heat lovers.
  • This salad keeps well chilled for several hours.
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