Gluten-Free Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Gluten-Free Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp veggies and silky rice noodles tossed in a tangy sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect for gluten-free eaters, this 30-minute dish combines the crunch of fresh bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers with the aromatic lift of cilantro and toasted sesame seeds. A zesty sauce made with tamari, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey ties it all together for a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes. Enjoy it as a light main course, a colorful side dish, or prep ahead for a chilled meal that's packed with healthy, vibrant flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Gluten-free rice noodles
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 3 stalks Scallions
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Gluten-free tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Lime
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to prevent them from sticking. Set aside.

Step 2

2. Thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Chop the scallions diagonally and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Set aside.

Step 4

4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar, freshly grated ginger, honey or agave syrup, sesame oil, juice of one lime, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

5. In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, cucumber slices, chopped scallions, and cilantro.

Step 6

6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat the ingredients.

Step 7

7. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top of the salad.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours for a cool, refreshing taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	401.4

Total Fat 21.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1245.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 7.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.6mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1054.2mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 48.3%