Spicy Thai Peanut Noodle Salad: 1 Quick, Delicious Lunch
Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Spicy Thai Peanut Noodle Salad, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch. This cold noodle dish features a rich peanut sauce and fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook Sauce, Tossed Salad
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces dried noodles (such as spaghetti, linguine, or soba noodles)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or other chili garlic sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/4 cup warm water (or more, to reach desired consistency)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the peanut sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, and sriracha until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the warm water, a tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be pourable but still thick enough to coat the noodles.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained noodles, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the noodle mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve the salad immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
- You can add other vegetables like cucumber, edamame, or shredded cabbage.
- For extra protein, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450-550 calories (will vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes)
- Sugar: Approximately 10-15g
- Sodium: Approximately 800-1200mg
- Fat: Approximately 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 16-24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 50-60g
- Fiber: Approximately 5-8g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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