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Spring Roll Salad with Peanut Sauce

Spring Roll Salad with Peanut Sauce for Vibrant Summer Bites

This Spring Roll Salad with Peanut Sauce brings vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients together for a delightful, customizable, and quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture.
  • 3 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Can be substituted with a mix of brown sugar and soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is preferred for its vibrant taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari makes a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Water Start with 1/4 cup and adjust as needed.
Salad
  • 4 ounces Thin Rice Noodles Look for 'thin rice noodles' or 'rice sticks' at Asian markets.
  • 1 Cucumber Use English cucumbers for less bitterness.
  • 2 cups Purple Cabbage Can substitute with pre-packaged cole slaw mix.
  • 1 Carrot Grate or finely slice for better texture.
  • 1 Red Pepper Bell peppers of any color can be used.
  • 1 cup Cilantro Basil can be a substitute for those who dislike cilantro.
  • 1 cup Mint Fresh mint is essential; dried mint is not a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts For a nut-free version, omit or use sunflower seeds.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs
  • Kitchen Scissors

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook thin rice noodles according to package instructions, usually boiling for about 4–6 minutes until tender but slightly firm. Drain and rinse with cold water. Allow to cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together creamy peanut butter, hoisin sauce, fresh lime juice, soy sauce, and water until smooth.
  3. Chop cucumber, red pepper, and carrot into thin slices or julienne. Slice purple cabbage thinly. Gather fresh cilantro and mint leaves.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rice noodles, chopped vegetables, herbs, and crushed peanuts. Drizzle peanut dressing over the top and toss gently.
  5. Garnish with additional crushed peanuts if desired and serve immediately to enjoy the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing separate.

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