Vermicelli Salad with Red Peppers and Zucchini
Vibrant, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this Vermicelli Salad with Red Peppers and Zucchini is a light yet satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender vermicelli noodles tossed with crisp, colorful veggies like red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot, this salad is elevated by a zesty dressing of soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and honey, accented with fresh cilantro and a hint of ginger and garlic for a flavorful punch. It’s quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and can be served immediately or chilled for a cool, make-ahead option. Topped with toasted sesame seeds, this recipe delivers on both taste and texture, making it a stellar addition to your repertoire of healthy noodle salads. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegan main, it’s a delicious and nutritious way to celebrate seasonal produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams vermicelli noodles
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 stalks green onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions (typically 2-3 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
Thinly slice the red bell pepper and zucchini into matchstick-sized pieces. Peel the carrot and cut it into thin julienne strips. Chop the green onions and cilantro finely.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled vermicelli noodles with the red bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, green onion, and cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the noodles and vegetables. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the salad and toss lightly. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to enhance the flavors. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 697 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 362 mg | 8% | |
*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.
