Yum Noodle Salad

Yum Noodle Salad is a vibrant, high-protein Thai pasta dish featuring a delightful combination of fresh vegetables, tender noodles, and a zesty dressing. This dish bursts with flavors and textures, making it a satisfying meal that's perfect for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 150 grams
• Cooked shrimp - 200 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Peanuts - 50 grams, crushed
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, sliced red bell pepper, julienned cucumber, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and chili flakes (if using) to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooked noodles to the bowl with the vegetables and shrimp, then pour the dressing over the top.
5. Toss everything together gently until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Serve the Yum Noodle Salad in bowls, garnished with crushed peanuts on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp and peanuts, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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