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Asian Noodle Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing Recipe

Asian Noodle Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing Recipe
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4.8 from 21 reviews

This vibrant Asian Noodle Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing is a fresh, colorful dish combining tender rice noodles with crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs. Tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet ginger-lime dressing and topped with crunchy toasted peanuts, it’s a perfect light meal or side dish packed with bold flavors and refreshing textures.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 200g rice noodles

Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 1–2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts (lightly toasted if possible)
  • Extra lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until they are just tender. Once cooked, rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from sticking together. Set them aside to drain fully.
  2. Make the Ginger-Lime Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly grated ginger, lime juice, soy sauce or tamari, honey or maple syrup, and sesame oil if using. Taste the dressing and adjust the sweetness or acidity to suit your preference for balance.
  3. Chop the Vegetables and Herbs: Thinly slice the cucumber and bell pepper into strips. Grate the carrot, finely chop the green onions, and roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. These fresh ingredients will add vibrant flavor and crunch to your salad.
  4. Toss Salad Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained rice noodles with all the chopped vegetables and herbs. Pour the prepared ginger-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly until every bite is well coated with dressing.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the crushed peanuts on top to introduce a delightful crunchy texture. Add extra fresh herbs or lime wedges on the side to provide additional bursts of freshness and flavor if desired.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
  • Adjust sweetness and acidity of the dressing to your liking by adding more honey or lime juice.
  • Lightly toasting the peanuts enhances their flavor and crunchiness.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared a few hours ahead and chilled.
  • Optional sesame oil adds a subtle nutty flavor, but you can omit if preferred.

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Keywords: Asian noodle salad, ginger lime dressing, rice noodle salad, fresh vegetable salad, vegetarian Asian salad, gluten free noodle salad

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