Cold Noodle Salad with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Transform your summer meals with this vibrant Cold Noodle Salad with Spicy Peanut Sauce—a refreshing and flavor-packed dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. This recipe pairs tender spaghetti or rice noodles with a colorful medley of crisp, julienned carrots, cucumbers, sweet red bell peppers, and fresh cilantro, all tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of sriracha for heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy noodle salad is served chilled or at room temperature, making it a satisfying option for warm days or potluck gatherings. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh lime wedges for added texture and brightness. Ideal for vegans and vegetarians with simple modifications, this cold noodle salad is a crowd-pleaser that combines convenience with irresistible, bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 225 grams spaghetti or rice noodles
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1 small, julienned cucumber
• 2 stalks, finely sliced green onions
• 15 grams, chopped cilantro
• 80 grams peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 3 tablespoons warm water
• 1 tablespoon (optional for garnish) sesame seeds
• 1 medium, cut into wedges (optional for serving) lime

Directions

Step 1

Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrot and cucumber, thinly slice the red bell pepper, and cut the green onions. Chop the cilantro.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, sriracha (adjust heat level as desired), and warm water until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked, cooled noodles with the prepared vegetables and cilantro.

Step 5

Pour the peanut sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the sauce.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature with lime wedges on the side for a fresh burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(871.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1193.2

Total Fat 63.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1830.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 173.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1554.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.6%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 41.4%