Peanut Noodle Salad

This vibrant Peanut Noodle Salad combines the nutty richness of peanut butter with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it a perfect vegan dish bursting with flavor. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 150 grams
• Peanut butter - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons, for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro.
4. Pour the peanut dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
5. Serve the salad in bowls, garnishing with crushed peanuts and sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from peanuts and rice noodles.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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