Thai Peanut Noodle Salad

This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad combines vibrant vegetables and whole wheat noodles tossed in a creamy, savory peanut dressing for a refreshing and satisfying meal. Perfect for a healthy dinner, it brings a delightful balance of flavors and textures to your plate.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat spaghetti - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Peanut butter - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons, for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
4. Add the cooled spaghetti to the bowl of vegetables and pour the peanut dressing over the top.
5. Toss everything together until well combined and the noodles are evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with crushed peanuts on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 19 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut.
• High in plant-based protein from peanut butter and whole wheat noodles.

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