Spring Roll Salad with Peanut Sauce Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Spring Roll Salad featuring thin rice noodles, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a creamy and tangy peanut sauce. This light and flavorful salad combines crunchy textures with a rich, zesty dressing, perfect for a healthy lunch or a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Peanut Dressing
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (or substitute with brown sugar)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼–½ cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
For the Salad
- 4 oz thin rice noodles
- 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 cups purple cabbage, thinly sliced (or use coleslaw mix)
- 1 cup carrot, grated or sliced thin
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
- ½ cup chopped peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Rice Noodles: Prepare the thin rice noodles according to the package instructions, usually by soaking or boiling until tender. Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly and set them aside to cool slightly.
- Make Peanut Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, hoisin sauce (or brown sugar), lime juice, and soy sauce. Start by adding ¼ cup of water and gradually add more, up to ½ cup, until you reach your desired smooth and pourable consistency.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles with the thinly sliced cucumber, purple cabbage, grated carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and fresh mint. Add the chopped peanuts if using for extra crunch.
- Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the peanut dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh crunch or chill it briefly in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute hoisin sauce with brown sugar for a sweeter dressing.
- Adjust water quantity in the dressing to get your desired consistency.
- Add chopped peanuts for extra texture and nutty flavor.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Feel free to add protein like shrimp or tofu for a more filling meal.
Keywords: Spring Roll Salad, Peanut Sauce, Rice Noodles, Asian Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Fresh Herb Salad, Easy Lunch
