Description
Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances crunchy vegetables, tender rice noodles, and a zesty ginger dressing. This salad is not only quick to make but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite proteins or veggies. Ideal for meal prep, it can be made ahead of time for a nutritious lunch, side dish, or light dinner. The spicy ginger dressing gives it an exciting kick, making it a hit for any occasion. Enjoy this colorful medley of flavors that will brighten up your table!
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1–1/2 cups shredded green or purple cabbage
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 2 small carrots, julienned
- 1 medium sweet pepper, julienned
- 1/4 cup firmly-packed minced cilantro
- 1/4 cup firmly-packed minced mint
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- Additional cilantro and sesame seeds for topping
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, red pepper flakes, and seasoning.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles with cabbage, cucumber, carrots, sweet pepper, cilantro, mint, and peanuts. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg