When summer heat hits, nothing beats refreshing tomato noodle recipes. These two vibrant dishes showcase how tomatoes can transform simple noodles into extraordinary meals. The first is a cool Chinese-style noodle salad, while the second brings tropical Vietnamese flavors to your table – both celebrating the glorious tomato in all its juicy perfection.
- Flavor bombs that dance on your tongue
- Hydration boosters packed with juicy goodness
- Colorful showstoppers that feast your eyes first
“These two recipes make tomatoes the star they deserve to be!”
Tomato and Ham Cold Noodles
1、In a bowl, mix 4 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp black vinegar to make the seasoning sauce. Set aside. 
2、Peel and dice 1 tomato, julienne ¼ cucumber, and slice 16g ham into thin strips. (Optional: Finely chop 2 cilantro sprigs and 5 pickled chilies if desired.)
3、Heat oil in a pan over low heat, add the diced tomatoes, and stir-fry until they break down into a jammy texture. Season with a pinch of salt, then turn off the heat.
4、Cook 150g thin wheat noodles in boiling water for about 2 minutes (adjust based on noodle type). Drain and shock in ice water to stop cooking.
5、Assemble: Place noodles in a bowl, top with cucumber, ham (and optional cilantro/pickled chilies). Drizzle with the sauce and cooked tomatoes. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice. Ready to serve!
Tomato, Lime, and Passion Fruit Cold Rice Noodles
1、Peel 1 tomato (score a cross on top, blanch in boiling water for 1 minute to ease peeling), then mash it with juice from ½ lime to form a puree.
2、Prepare aromatics: Mince 4 garlic cloves, slice 2 bird’s eye chilies and 1 green chili, cut ½ lime into thin slices, halve 1 passion fruit, chop 1 cilantro sprig, and halve 4 cherry tomatoes.
3、In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, sliced chilies, ⅔ tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, ⅙ tsp salt, and ⅕ tsp sugar. Mix well.
4、Arrange cooked rice noodles on a plate. Top with the tomato-lime puree, passion fruit pulp, and cilantro. (Optional: Garnish with cherry tomatoes and lime slices.)
5、Pour the dressing over and toss lightly. Enjoy!
(Note: Measurements use “tbsp” (tablespoon) and “tsp” (teaspoon) for clarity. Adjust chili quantity based on heat preference!)
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