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Thai Peanut Noodle Salad with crunchy veggies and peanut-lime dressing

Thai Peanut Noodle Salad

A fresh and crunchy Thai Peanut Noodle Salad coated with a creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for meal prep and customizable to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Base
  • 8 oz Rice noodles (or spaghetti/ramen) Rice noodles are classic but any noodle works.
  • 1/3 cup Peanut butter Creamy is easiest to whisk, crunchy adds texture.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice Fresh is best, bottled works in a pinch.
  • 1 tbsp Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar) Adjust to taste.
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced Or a pinch of garlic powder.
  • 1/2 tsp Sriracha or chili flakes Add heat to taste.
Veggies and Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded carrots Adds crunch and color.
  • 1 cup Bell peppers, sliced Any color bell pepper works.
  • 1 cup Cucumber, chopped Adds refreshing crunch.
  • 1 cup Cabbage, shredded Great for added crunch and nutrition.
  • 1 cup Snap peas For extra crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped For fresh flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Green onions, sliced Adds onion flavor without being overpowering.
  • 1/4 cup Crushed peanuts Sprinkle on top for crunch.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds Optional for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sweetener, garlic, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust with warm water as needed.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles with half the sauce. Toss to coat.
Assembly
  1. Add in all the veggies and mix well to combine.
  2. Serve with remaining sauce on the side and garnish with peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro, and green onions before serving.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep some sauce aside to refresh when serving. Great for meal prep and customizing based on personal preference.