Cold Peanut Noodles

Transform your mealtime routine with these irresistibly creamy and refreshing Cold Peanut Noodles. Perfect for warm days or when you're craving bold, nutty flavors, this easy recipe features al dente noodles tossed in a silky peanut butter sauce infused with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of sesame oil. Fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger add a tangy and aromatic kick, while crisp julienned cucumber and carrot provide a delightful crunch. Garnished with chopped cilantro, crushed peanuts, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for optional heat, this dish is ready in just 25 minutes and can be served immediately or chilled for later. Ideal as a light lunch, side dish, or main course, these Asian-inspired noodles are a vibrant and satisfying choice that's sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
• 0.33 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned or shredded
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup crushed peanuts
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until the sauce is smooth and combined.

Step 3

Taste the peanut sauce and adjust seasoning as desired. Add more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or red pepper flakes for heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooled noodles with the peanut sauce until evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the julienned cucumber, carrot, and half of the scallions to the noodles. Toss gently to mix.

Step 6

Transfer the noodles to a serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with the remaining scallions, chopped cilantro, crushed peanuts, and additional red pepper flakes, if using.

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy cold!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1529.1

Total Fat 75.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2170.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 56.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252.4mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1824.5mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 43.0%