Description
Delight in this vibrant Dan Dan Noodle Salad, bursting with fresh veggies and a creamy, spicy sauce. Perfect for any occasion, it’s quick to prepare and utterly delicious!
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 8 oz thin rice noodles
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (or parsley)
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- Water as needed to thin out the sauce
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add rice noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender but slightly chewy. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2. Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, Sriracha, peanut butter, and a splash of water until smooth. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked noodles with diced bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- 4. Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- 5. Serve: Transfer salad to serving bowls. Enjoy it cold or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Sichuan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg