Cold Thai Rice Noodle Salad Recipe
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Description
This cold Thai rice noodle salad recipe is perfect for a refreshing and light lunch or dinner on a hot summer day. The combination of fresh herbs, vegetables, crunchy peanuts, and tender rice noodles tossed in a tangy and spicy dressing is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, it's easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for meal prep or picnics.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.Cook Time
There is no cooking required for this recipe.Ingredients
- 8 oz. thin rice noodles
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, peeled and julienned
- 1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
Equipment
- Large pot
- Colander
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
Method
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until tender. Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients:
- 3 tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tbsp. sriracha sauce
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, and chopped peanuts.
- Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you are making it in advance, wait to add the peanuts until just before serving so they stay crunchy.Nutrition Info
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 820mg
Recipe Tips
- If you don't like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of sriracha sauce in the dressing or leave it out altogether.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins to this salad, such as sliced mushrooms, shredded chicken, or tofu.
- Make sure to rinse the cooked noodles under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- You can use any type of rice noodle for this recipe, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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