Szechuan Noodle Salad

Szechuan Noodle Salad is a vibrant and zesty dish that brings together the bold flavors of Szechuan cuisine with fresh vegetables and chewy noodles. This healthy salad is perfect for a light dinner, offering a delightful crunch and a spicy kick.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat noodles - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Green onions - 3, chopped
• Cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon, toasted and crushed
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced red bell pepper, julienned cucumber, grated carrot, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted and crushed Szechuan peppercorns, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooked noodles to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
5. Toss everything together gently until the noodles and vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
6. Top the salad with crushed peanuts for added crunch before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil and peanuts, beneficial for heart health.

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