Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad (Print Version)

Tender noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and a creamy, spicy peanut dressing—bright and satisfying.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 - 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Spicy Peanut Dressing

09 - 4 tbsp creamy peanut butter
10 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tbsp lime juice
13 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
14 - 1 to 2 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
15 - 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
16 - 2 to 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 Steps:

01 - Boil noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
02 - Julienne carrot and cucumber, thinly slice 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 in a bowl. Gradually add warm water until smooth and pourable.
04 - Toss cooked noodles and prepared vegetables with the peanut dressing until evenly coated.
05 - Divide among bowls, garnish with roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Fresh and energizing meal
  • Easy to prepare with wholesome ingredients
02 -
  • Contains peanuts, soy, and sesame allergens
  • Make gluten-free by using rice noodles and tamari soy sauce
03 -
  • Use warm water gradually to control dressing consistency
  • For a vegan version omit honey or substitute with maple syrup
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