Tender noodles and crisp vegetables tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut dressing for a fresh, vibrant dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 8.8 oz rice noodles or soba noodles
02 - Water for boiling
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
06 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas, halved
07 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
08 - A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Spicy Peanut Dressing
09 - 4 tbsp creamy peanut butter
10 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free option)
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tbsp lime juice
13 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
14 - 1–2 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce, adjusted to taste
15 - 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
16 - 2–4 tbsp warm water to thin dressing
→ Toppings
17 - 2 tbsp roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
18 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
19 - Lime wedges for serving
# How To Make It:
01 - Boil noodles according to package directions, drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
02 - Julienne carrot and cucumber, thinly slice red bell pepper and spring onions, halve sugar snap peas, and chop cilantro.
03 - Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sriracha, and sesame oil until combined; gradually add warm water to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
04 - Toss cooked noodles and prepared vegetables in a large bowl; add dressing and mix well to coat evenly.
05 - Divide noodle salad among plates; garnish with roasted peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.
