Thai-Inspired Peanut Noodle Salad
15min
10min
3
485
Chef's Note
For the best texture, don't overcook your rice noodles - they should remain slightly chewy. If preparing ahead, store the sauce separately and combine just before serving to prevent the noodles from absorbing too much liquid and becoming soggy. For a spicier version, increase the red pepper flakes or add a tablespoon of sriracha to the sauce.
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Ingredients
8 oz rice noodles
1 medium red bell pepper
1 large carrot
1 medium cucumber
3 stalks green onions
1/4 cup cilantro
1/3 cup roasted peanuts
12 oz cooked chicken breast
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 clove garlic
1 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook 8 oz of rice noodles according to package directions, usually 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- 2
While the noodles cook, julienne 1 red bell pepper and 1 large carrot into thin strips.
- 3
Slice 1 medium cucumber into half-moons or thin strips.
- 4
Thinly slice 3 stalks of green onions and roughly chop 1/4 cup of cilantro.
- 5
Roughly chop 1/3 cup of roasted peanuts, reserving some for garnish.
- 6
Slice 12 oz of cooked chicken breast into thin strips.
- 7
For the peanut sauce, mince 1 clove of garlic and combine in a medium bowl with 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
- 8
Whisk the sauce ingredients together until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tbsp of warm water to reach desired consistency.
- 9
In a large bowl, combine the cooled noodles, vegetables, chicken, and most of the chopped peanuts.
- 10
Pour the peanut sauce over the noodle mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- 11
Garnish with remaining peanuts, green onions, and cilantro before serving. The salad can be served immediately or chilled for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
485
32g
48g
21g
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