Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad (Printable)

Fresh noodles tossed with crisp vegetables and a creamy, spicy peanut dressing for a flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 (substitute tamari for gluten-free)
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tbsp lime juice
13 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
14 - 1–2 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce, to taste
15 - 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
16 - 2–4 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 Make It:

01 - Boil noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
02 - Julienne carrot and cucumber, thinly slice red bell pepper and spring onions, halve sugar snap peas, and chop cilantro. Set aside.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or syrup, sriracha, and sesame oil. Gradually add warm water until smooth and pourable.
04 - Toss cooked noodles and prepared vegetables with peanut dressing in a large bowl until evenly coated.
05 - Divide salad into bowls. Garnish with roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy days.
  • Fresh vegetables add crunch and nutrition.
  • Creamy, spicy peanut dressing offers a flavorful punch.
  • Versatile as a main dish or a hearty salad.
  • Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets with simple swaps.
02 -
  • Prepare the peanut dressing first to let flavors meld while you cook the noodles and chop vegetables.
  • Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version without sacrificing flavor.
  • Toast the peanuts and sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan to enhance their aroma.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and toss again before serving to refresh the dressing.
Go Back