Nut-Free Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Nut-Free Asian-Inspired Noodle Salad, a refreshing and allergy-friendly twist on a classic dish. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals, this recipe combines tender rice noodles with crisp, colorful vegetables like red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and red cabbage. Tossed in a tangy, umami-packed dressing made with soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and hints of fresh ginger and garlic, every bite is bursting with bold flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions, this easy-to-make dish is ready in just 25 minutes and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Ideal for those seeking a nut-free, vegan-friendly, and delicious noodle salad that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams rice noodles
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium cucumber
- 100 grams red cabbage
- 30 grams fresh cilantro
- 3 whole green onions
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 30 ml lime juice
- 15 ml sesame oil
- 15 grams brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon, grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and drain them well.
2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, thinly slice the cucumber, and shred the red cabbage.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced vegetables with the cooled noodles.
4. Chop the cilantro and slice the green onions, then add them to the bowl with the noodles and vegetables.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
7. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top before serving.
8. Serve the noodle salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3071 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1592 mg | 34% | |
*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.
