Noodle Salad with Peanuts

This Noodle Salad with Peanuts is a refreshing and satisfying dish that combines the nuttiness of peanuts with vibrant vegetables and flavorful noodles. Perfect for a light yet filling Halal Chinese dinner, it's both quick to prepare and deliciously healthy.

Ingredients

• Rice Noodles - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red Bell Pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green Onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh Cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Peanuts - 50 grams, roasted and roughly chopped
• Soy Sauce - 30 ml
• Sesame Oil - 15 ml
• Rice Vinegar - 15 ml
• Honey - 10 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Chili Flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes (if using) to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooked noodles to the large bowl of vegetables and pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything together until well combined.
5. Sprinkle the roasted peanuts on top before serving. Enjoy your fresh and flavorful noodle salad!

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, supporting heart health.

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