Spicy Noodle Salad

This Spicy Noodle Salad combines vibrant vegetables and bold flavors, making it a refreshing yet zesty vegan dish. Perfect for a quick dinner, it offers a delightful crunch and a kick of heat in every bite.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon (adjust for spice preference)
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, peanut butter, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to ensure everything is well coated.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for a cooler dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides healthy fats from sesame oil and peanut butter.

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