High Protein Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad
Elevate your lunch game with this refreshing and nutritious High Protein Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad! Perfectly balancing bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this vibrant dish features silky rice noodles, crispy golden tofu, and protein-packed edamame. Fresh vegetables like julienned carrots, crisp cucumbers, and crunchy red bell pepper bring a delightful crunch, while a zesty homemade dressing made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a hint of ginger ties everything together. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal option for meal prep or a quick, satisfying dinner. Plus, it’s packed with plant-based protein, making it perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams rice noodles
- 200 grams firm tofu
- 150 grams edamame (shelled)
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 3 pieces green onions
- 20 grams cilantro
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
Instructions
Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
While the noodles are cooking, drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut into small cubes.
Heat a tablespoon of cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes. This will be the dressing.
Peel and julienne the carrot. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and cucumber. Chop the green onions and cilantro.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, sautéed tofu, edamame, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds before serving.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your high protein Asian-inspired noodle salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1075 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2345 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.1 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 549 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*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.
