Plaza San Antonio's Spicy Oriental Noodle Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Plaza San Antonio's Spicy Oriental Noodle Salad is the ultimate fusion of freshness and heat. This refreshing dish features tender rice noodles tossed with crisp red bell peppers, crunchy carrots, cool cucumbers, and aromatic cilantro, all brought together with a zesty sesame-ginger dressing infused with sriracha for a spicy kick. Roasted peanuts and toasted sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch, making every bite a delight. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, this quick and easy salad is ready in just 25 minutes and can be served chilled for extra refreshment. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, this recipe is a flavorful crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams rice noodles
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 small cucumber
- 4 stalks scallions
- 20 grams fresh cilantro
- 50 grams roasted peanuts
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
Step 2
Thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and dice the cucumber. Finely chop the scallions and cilantro.
Step 3
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the dressing.
Step 5
Place the cooked noodles in a large mixing bowl. Add the bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, scallions, cilantro, and roasted peanuts.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and additional cilantro, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes before serving for an even more refreshing flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (884.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1098.4 |
| Total Fat 61.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 21.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2838.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.2g | |
| Protein 29.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 183.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1557.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories