Delicious and fresh Pad Thai Salad recipe inspired by Carrie's kitchen

This Carrie's Pad Thai Salad recipe is a refreshing take on the classic Pad Thai dish, with a combination of crisp vegetables, rice noodles, and a zesty, tangy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner option that is satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sriracha sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, shredded carrots, bean sprouts, sliced red bell pepper, chopped peanuts, cilantro, and green onions.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss until well combined.
5. Serve chilled and garnish with extra peanuts, cilantro, and green onions, if desired.

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