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Thai Peanut Noodle Salad

A quick, fresh, and flavorful noodle salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Calories: 224

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 200 g medium‑grain rice noodles
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the noodles, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, peanuts, and cilantro.
  3. Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve, adding the dressing just before serving if stored separately.

Notes

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain texture.