Thai Glass Noodle Salad

This Thai Glass Noodle Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the delicate texture of glass noodles with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, it's packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Glass noodles - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (kosher)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the glass noodles according to package instructions, usually by soaking them in hot water for 5-10 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and salt to create the dressing.
4. Add the softened glass noodles to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve topped with crushed peanuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories while providing a good source of fiber.

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