Spicy Noodle Salad with Vegetables

Bright, bold, and brimming with flavor, this Spicy Noodle Salad with Vegetables is the ultimate fusion of freshness and heat. Tender rice noodles are tossed with a colorful medley of crisp red bell peppers, crunchy carrots, cool cucumbers, and vibrant red cabbage, creating a delightful textural contrast. A zesty homemade dressing of soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and a kick of sriracha perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. Garnished with chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro, this dish is an irresistible combination of crunch and zest. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or as a flavorful side dish at your next gathering. Serve chilled or slightly cool to let the vibrant flavors shine.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams rice noodles
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium cucumber
• 100 grams red cabbage
• 2 stalks green onions
• 20 grams fresh cilantro
• 50 grams chopped peanuts
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon sriracha
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger (freshly grated)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Boil water in a large pot and cook the rice noodles according to package instructions (usually 3-5 minutes). Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and red cabbage into matchstick-sized pieces or use a mandoline slicer for uniform results.

Step 3

Chop the green onions into small pieces and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked rice noodles, prepared vegetables, green onions, and cilantro.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Using tongs or clean hands, toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowls and top with chopped peanuts and sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld further.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1003.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	959.9

Total Fat 45.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2751.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.0g
Protein 29.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 242.2mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1943.4mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 47.6%