Cold Spicy Cashew Noodles
Dive into the bold and refreshing flavors of Cold Spicy Cashew Noodles, a vibrant dish that's perfect for warm days or as a make-ahead meal. This quick and easy recipe combines tender rice noodles with a creamy, flavor-packed cashew butter sauce, spiked with soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a kick of sriracha. Tossed with crisp, colorful veggies like red bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers, and finished with cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and a hint of lime, this dish delivers a harmonious balance of heat, sweetness, and tang. Ready in just 25 minutes, these chilled noodles are not only vegan-friendly but also ideal for meal prep, making them an irresistible option for lunch, dinner, or a picnic treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Rice noodles
- 0.5 cup Cashew butter
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2-3 tablespoons Water
- 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 Carrot, julienned
- 1 Cucumber, julienned
- 3 Scallions, sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Lime wedges
Instructions
Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse them under cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cashew butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, sriracha, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rice noodles with the cashew sauce. Toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
Add the red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and scallions to the bowl. Gently toss to combine.
Transfer the noodles to a serving platter or individual bowls. Top with chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for a chilled version. Garnish with additional lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.3 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2870 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.5 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.0 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*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.
