Thai-Inspired Peanut Noodle Salad
20min
10min
2
485
Chef's Note
For the best texture, don't overcook the rice noodles—they should remain slightly chewy. This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though I recommend adding the dressing just before serving for optimal freshness. For added protein, you could include some grilled chicken or tofu.
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Ingredients
6 oz rice noodles
1 medium red bell pepper
1 large carrot
1/2 medium cucumber
3 stalks green onions
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tbsp mint leaves
1/4 cup roasted peanuts
1/2 cup edamame
3 tbsp natural peanut butter
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp honey
1 tsp sesame oil
1 clove garlic
1 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Cook 6 oz of rice noodles according to package directions (usually 6-8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 2
While the noodles cook, julienne 1 medium red bell pepper and 1 large carrot into thin matchsticks.
- 3
Slice 1/2 medium cucumber into half-moons or thin strips.
- 4
Thinly slice 3 stalks of green onions on a diagonal.
- 5
Roughly chop 1/4 cup of cilantro and 2 tbsp of mint leaves.
- 6
Coarsely chop 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts, reserving some for garnish.
- 7
Cook 1/2 cup of edamame according to package directions, then shell them if necessary.
- 8
For the dressing, mince 1 clove of garlic and grate 1 tsp of fresh ginger.
- 9
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp natural peanut butter, 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp lime juice, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, the minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
- 10
Add 1-2 tbsp of warm water to the dressing if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
- 11
In a large bowl, combine the cooled noodles, prepared vegetables, herbs, and edamame.
- 12
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- 13
Divide the salad between two plates and garnish with the reserved chopped peanuts and additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
485
18g
58g
22g
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