Description
Creamy, savory, and lightly sweet cold peanut noodles with a smooth peanut sauce, tender noodles, and crisp fresh vegetables. Perfect for meal prep or a refreshing lunch.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti or rice noodles
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumber julienned
- 2 green onions sliced
- For the peanut sauce:
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup warm water as needed for consistency
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
- In a bowl whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
- Add warm water a little at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth pourable consistency.
- In a large bowl combine cooled noodles, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and green onions.
- Pour peanut sauce over the noodles and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving for best flavor. Toss again before serving.
Notes
- Add a squeeze of lime juice or a sprinkle of crushed peanuts on top for extra flavor and texture.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Asian