Delicious Thai-Inspired Noodle Salad Recipe

This Thai-inspired noodle salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, featuring fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. It's a refreshing dish that is great for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer BBQ. The combination of crunchy veggies and silky noodles makes this salad a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 2 carrots, shredded
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, chopped
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, cilantro, mint, and peanuts.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss to combine.
5. Chill salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Garnish with additional peanuts, cilantro, and mint before serving.

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