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Korean noodle salad Calories
Noodle salad with vegetables, sesame, and a lightly sweet-tangy dressing
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Korean noodle salad (180 g) has 266 calories. That works out to 148 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.1 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Korean noodle salad Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
266
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
42.1g
· 15% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 10% · Fat 28%
Korean noodle salad nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 266 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Korean noodle salad?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 133 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 178 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 222 kcal |
| 2 piece (whole) | 180 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 326 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 260 g | 385 kcal |
Calculated from 148 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Korean noodle salad
What is Korean noodle salad?
Korean noodle salad is a chilled or room-temperature noodle dish tossed with vegetables, sesame, and a lightly sweet-tangy dressing. Recipes vary, so the noodles may be wheat-based or glass noodles, and some versions include a spicy gochujang dressing.
How do you make Korean noodle salad?
To make Korean noodle salad, cook the noodles, rinse and cool them, then toss with sliced vegetables and dressing. Add sesame at the end, and taste the dressing before serving so you can balance its sweetness, acidity, and saltiness.
What noodles are used in Korean noodle salad?
Korean noodle salad can use wheat noodles or dangmyeon, Korean glass noodles made from sweet potato starch. Wheat noodles give a familiar, tender bite, while dangmyeon is springier; cook whichever type you choose according to its package directions.
Is Korean noodle salad spicy?
Korean noodle salad can be spicy, but it does not have to be. Versions dressed with gochujang or chili are hotter, while a soy, sesame, and vinegar dressing can be mild; adjust the chili to suit your taste.
Is Korean noodle salad served hot or cold?
Korean noodle salad is usually served cold or at room temperature rather than hot. Cooling the cooked noodles before mixing helps keep the vegetables crisp and stops the dressing from becoming watery as the salad sits.
What dressing goes in Korean noodle salad?
Korean noodle salad commonly has a dressing made with soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and a little sweetness. Some recipes add gochujang for heat; toss the noodles with part of the dressing first, then add more only as needed.
Can you make Korean noodle salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Korean noodle salad a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. For the freshest texture, store extra dressing separately and toss it through shortly before serving, especially if the vegetables are delicate.
How long does Korean noodle salad last in the fridge?
Korean noodle salad keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. The noodles may absorb the dressing and the vegetables can soften over time, so it is at its best soon after preparation.
What vegetables go in Korean noodle salad?
Cucumber, carrot, cabbage, and scallions are common choices for Korean noodle salad. Slice them thinly so they mix evenly with the noodles, and add them close to serving time if you want them to stay crunchy.
What can you add to Korean noodle salad to make it a meal?
Add tofu, chicken, or a boiled egg to Korean noodle salad to make it more substantial. Toss in the protein after the noodles and vegetables are dressed, so it is distributed evenly without crushing the more delicate ingredients.
Korean noodle salad Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
32.4µg · 27% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.62mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
Korean noodle salad Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Korean noodle salad
To burn the 266 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Korean noodle salad?
Korean noodle salad brings noodles together with vegetables, sesame and a lightly sweet-tangy dressing. Recipes vary, but the combination makes a cool, flavourful dish inspired by Korean cooking rather than one fixed recipe.
Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch, a side at a barbecue, or part of a spread with other dishes. Its noodles provide most of the substance, so it is mainly a carbohydrate source, with more modest amounts of protein and fibre. For a more filling meal, pair Korean noodle salad with tofu or egg; you can also use a little less dressing for a lighter result.
How Nutritious Is Korean noodle salad?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Korean noodle salad Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Korean noodle salad Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Korean noodle salad Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Korean noodle salad Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 41.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (41.4:1).
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