Description
A fresh and vibrant salad inspired by spring rolls, topped with a zesty spicy ginger dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice noodles
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, cucumber, cilantro, and mint.
- Add the cooled rice noodles to the salad mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the spicy ginger dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with crushed peanuts before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the dressing is made without fish sauce.
- Feel free to add protein such as grilled chicken or tofu for a heartier meal.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spring Roll Salad, Spicy Ginger Dressing, Healthy Salad, Asian Cuisine