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Delicious spring roll salad with vibrant veggies and creamy peanut dressing

Spring Roll Salad With Peanut Dressing

A vibrant and refreshing dish filled with fresh vegetables, rice noodles, and a rich peanut dressing. Perfect for light meals or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 8.8 oz package rice noodles Delightfully chewy, provides a wonderful base.
  • 1 cup edamame Tender, slightly sweet.
  • 3 carrots Freshly peeled and julienned.
  • 4 Persian cucumbers For a refreshing crunch.
  • 2/3 cup sliced radishes Adds peppery bite.
  • 2 ripe mangoes Sweet and juicy.
  • 2 green onions Mild onion flavor.
  • 1 red bell pepper Sweet and crunchy.
  • 1/2 cup cilantro Aromatic freshness.
  • to taste red pepper flakes For added spice.
  • to taste sesame seeds For garnish and crunch.
Peanut Dressing
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter Creamy and rich.
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Brings savory flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Adds sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 lime (juice) Fresh and zesty.
  • 1-2 tablespoons water To adjust consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rice noodles following package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare the edamame by cooking according to package instructions and rinsing under cold water.
  3. Julienne the carrots into fine strips.
  4. Thinly slice the Persian cucumbers.
  5. Slice the radishes for a uniform presentation.
  6. Peel and dice the mangoes into small cubes.
  7. Thinly slice the red bell pepper.
  8. Slice both the white and green parts of the green onions.
Dressing Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, and lime juice.
  2. Adjust the dressing with water to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Taste and modify the flavor as needed.
Final Assembly
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice noodles, edamame, carrots, cucumbers, radishes, mangoes, red bell pepper, and green onions.
  2. Pour the peanut dressing over the mixed salad and toss gently.
  3. Sprinkle with cilantro, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to blend flavors.

Notes

For a burst of flavor, marinate vegetables in dressing before serving. Consider adding grilled chicken or tofu for added protein. Store salad and dressing separately for freshness.