Vegetarian Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad
Vibrant, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Vegetarian Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad is the perfect fusion of healthy ingredients and zesty dressing. Made with tender rice noodles, crisp julienned vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and cucumbers, and topped with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, this salad is as satisfying as it is visually stunning. The tangy, umami-rich dressing combines soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and aromatic ginger and garlic to deliver an irresistible flavor punch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a light main course or a colorful side. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a gathering, this chilled noodle salad is sure to impress with its balance of texture and taste. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired recipes or those seeking a vegetarian meal idea!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams rice noodles
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Directions
Step 1
Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse them under cold water. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, sliced cucumber, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
Step 3
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Step 4
Add the cooled noodles to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything together until well combined.
Step 5
Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts and sesame seeds over the salad, then toss gently to incorporate.
Step 6
Serve the noodle salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a refreshing main or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1114.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 927.7 |
| Total Fat 45.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2335.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.2g | |
| Protein 29.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1980.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories