Embrace the bold and vibrant flavors of Asia with this Asian Noodle Salad, featuring thin noodles combined with roasted vegetables and tossed in a spicy peanut dressing. This dish offers a perfect blend of textures and tastes, with the creamy, spicy dressing complementing the crisp vegetables and tender noodles. Whether you're looking for a flavorful side dish or a satisfying main course, this noodle salad is ideal for any meal. Easy to prepare and packed with fresh ingredients, it’s a delicious way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- Noodles: 8 ounces 225 grams of Soba or Spaghetti
- Carrots: 2 medium julienned or cut into matchsticks
- Bell Pepper: 1 large thinly sliced
- Zucchini: 1 medium thinly sliced
- Cilantro: 1/2 cup roughly chopped
For the Peanut Dressing:
- Peanut Butter: 1/3 cup creamy or crunchy, depending on your preference
- Soy Sauce: 3 tbsp
- Honey: 2 tbsp adjust to taste
- Fresh Ginger: 1 tbsp grated
- Lime Juice: 2 tbsp juice of about 1 lime
- Water: As needed to achieve desired consistency of the dressing
Instructions
- Prepare Noodles: Cook your noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, rinse under cold water and set aside to cool.
- Roast Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the sliced carrots, bell peppers and zucchini in a bit of oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven until tender and slightly caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- Make Peanut Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together equal parts of peanut butter, soy sauce and lime juice. Add honey and grated ginger to taste. If the dressing is too thick, thin it out with a little water until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix the cooled noodles with the roasted vegetables. Pour the peanut dressing over the top and toss until everything is well coated.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the salad with chopped cilantro. For an extra crunch, you can also add chopped peanuts or sesame seeds on top.
- Serve: Enjoy this salad chilled or at room temperature. It makes a great side dish or a main course on its own.
Notes
- Spice It Up: If you enjoy a bit of heat, add a squirt of Sriracha sauce or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes to the dressing. Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
- Garnishes: For added texture and flavor, garnish your salad with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of chopped green onions. Fresh herbs beyond cilantro, like mint or basil, can also enhance the salad’s freshness.
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