Chewy Angel Hair Pasta Salad with Yogurt Mayonnaise Dressing
Chewy Angel Hair Pasta Salad with Yogurt Mayonnaise Dressing
Easy Low-Calorie Angel Hair Salad Recipe: Enjoy Guilt-Free Even on a Diet!
Let’s make a delicious salad with angel hair pasta, a representative low-calorie ingredient alongside konjac! You can enjoy it even lighter with a sweet and tangy yogurt mayonnaise dressing. This angel hair salad is a perfect match for spicy dishes. Let’s get started!
Main Ingredients- Angel Hair Pasta (Cheonsaechae) 300g
- Green Bell Pepper 1
- Carrot 50g
- Crab Sticks 4 sticks
Yogurt Mayonnaise Dressing- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Vinegar 2 Tbsp
- Plain Yogurt 4 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide 2 Tbsp
- Salt 0.5 tsp
- Mayonnaise 8 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Black Pepper to taste
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Vinegar 2 Tbsp
- Plain Yogurt 4 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide 2 Tbsp
- Salt 0.5 tsp
- Mayonnaise 8 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Black Pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
When you open the package, the angel hair pasta will be clumped together in its packing liquid. Take out the amount you need and rinse it under running water several times, gently separating the strands. Then, drain it thoroughly in a sieve. (★ It’s crucial to drain well so the salad doesn’t become watery!)
Step 2
While the pasta is draining, let’s make the dressing. In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp vinegar, 0.5 tsp salt, 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide, and 4 Tbsp plain yogurt. Whisk well until all ingredients are combined to create the dressing base.
Step 3
Now it’s time to add mayonnaise to the dressing base. The amount of mayonnaise is best adjusted to your personal taste. Since yogurt brands can vary in sweetness and tanginess, taste as you go and add mayonnaise until it blends well with the yogurt base you’ve made. I used 8 Tbsp, but feel free to adjust the sweetness or tartness to suit your preference for an even more delicious result.
Step 4
Once all the seasonings are balanced, finish the dressing by adding a pinch of black pepper. The aroma of pepper will enhance the dressing’s flavor profile.
Step 5
Wash the green bell pepper, remove the stem and seeds, and then julienne it finely. This ingredient adds lovely color to the salad.
Step 6
Julienne the carrot and crab sticks to a similar thickness and length as the green bell pepper. Cutting the vegetables and crab sticks into uniform sizes helps them blend harmoniously when tossed together.
Step 7
In a large bowl, add the well-drained angel hair pasta. Use kitchen scissors to cut it into bite-sized pieces. Cutting it into manageable lengths will give it a better texture than cutting it too finely.
Step 8
Add the julienned green bell pepper, carrot, and crab sticks to the bowl with the angel hair pasta. Pour all the prepared dressing over the ingredients. Now, all that’s left is to toss everything together, and your wonderful angel hair salad will be ready!
Step 9
When tossing the salad, you don’t need to be overly gentle; mix vigorously to ensure the dressing and all ingredients are thoroughly combined. A good toss will allow the dressing to fully permeate the ingredients, making it even more delicious. The balance between the amount of ingredients and dressing was perfect, which made the preparation process very satisfying!
Step 10
This finished angel hair salad yields a generous amount, filling one large container. Uniquely, unlike other salads, it tastes even richer and more flavorful after being refrigerated and allowed to meld for a day or two. The black pepper sprinkled on the dressing might seem minor, but don’t underestimate its role in adding that final touch of flavor – be sure to include it!
Step 11
Raw angel hair pasta can feel a bit stiff with a lingering texture in the mouth. However, when tossed with this dressing, it becomes wonderfully tender while retaining its signature satisfying chewiness. You can clearly see how much softer the angel hair has become after mixing with the dressing!
Step 12
The fun, chewy texture is so appealing that you’ll want to keep taking bites! This angel hair mayonnaise salad has a wonderfully addictive taste that makes you want to chew it delightfully with your front teeth. Enjoy this delicious creation!
