Nut-Free Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad
Bright, refreshing, and completely nut-free, this Asian-inspired noodle salad is packed with vibrant vegetables and tossed in a flavorful homemade dressing. Perfectly chilled rice noodles are combined with crisp red bell peppers, shredded carrots, crunchy cucumber, and vibrant red cabbage, all harmonized with a zesty blend of soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Fresh cilantro and green onions elevate each bite, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this allergy-friendly dish is ideal for a light lunch, a picnic staple, or a crowd-pleasing side at any gathering. Healthy, colorful, and full of flavor, this noodle salad is your go-to recipe for a nut-free twist on Asian-inspired cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams rice noodles
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium cucumber
- 100 grams red cabbage
- 30 grams fresh cilantro
- 3 whole green onions
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 30 ml lime juice
- 15 ml sesame oil
- 15 grams brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon, grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
1. Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and drain them well.
Step 2
2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, thinly slice the cucumber, and shred the red cabbage.
Step 3
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced vegetables with the cooled noodles.
Step 4
4. Chop the cilantro and slice the green onions, then add them to the bowl with the noodles and vegetables.
Step 5
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
Step 6
6. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
Step 7
7. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top before serving.
Step 8
8. Serve the noodle salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (957.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 700.5 |
| Total Fat 21.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3071.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.2g | |
| Protein 18.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 217.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1592.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories