Spicy Rice Noodle Salad - A Refreshing and Flavorful Dish

This Spicy Rice Noodle Salad is a delightful fusion of Asian flavors and ingredients. It brings together tender rice noodles, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing to create a refreshing and flavorful dish. The addition of spicy Sriracha sauce provides an extra kick to satisfy your taste buds. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this salad is also great for picnics or potlucks. With its vibrant colors and diverse textures, it's not only delicious but also visually appealing. Prepare to indulge in a bowl of deliciousness!

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, cucumber slices, julienned carrot, red bell pepper slices, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and chopped peanuts.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, Sriracha sauce, honey, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve the Spicy Rice Noodle Salad chilled or at room temperature.
7. Garnish with additional cilantro and peanuts, if desired.
8. Enjoy!

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