Cilantro Noodle Bowl with Cilantro Pesto
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant Cilantro Noodle Bowl with Cilantro Pesto, a fusion of fresh herbs and crisp veggies that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Silky rice noodles are tossed in a zesty homemade cilantro-spinach pesto, made with creamy cashews, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and a splash of fresh lime juice for a tangy kick. Topped with a colorful mix of julienned cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, and sliced green onions, this dish is a feast for the senses. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of light yet satisfying, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing lunch. Bursting with bold flavors and textures, this cilantro-packed noodle bowl is a must-try for pesto lovers and noodle enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Rice noodles
- 2 cups Fresh cilantro (stems and leaves)
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Unsalted cashews
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 0.33 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 unit Cucumber (julienned)
- 1 unit Carrot (julienned)
- 1 unit Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 3 units Green onions (sliced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Rinse under cold water, drain well, and set aside.
To make the cilantro pesto, combine the cilantro, spinach, cashews, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth paste forms.
Scrape down the sides of the food processor and add lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse again to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
In a large serving bowl, toss the cooked noodles with 1/2 cup of the cilantro pesto until evenly coated.
Top the noodles with julienned cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and sliced green onions.
Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice if desired.
Serve immediately, with extra cilantro pesto on the side for those who want more flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.5 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.9 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 3905 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 85.6 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1812 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 4413 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
