Hey there, salad lovers! If you’re looking for a quick and zesty meal that’s bursting with flavor, this Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad is just what you need! It's packed with colorful veggies and coated in a creamy, spicy peanut sauce that’ll keep you coming back for more. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, this salad is super easy to whip up. Let’s dig into the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (or more for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the salad and toss to combine.
- Top with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro before serving.