Description
This refreshing Spring Roll Salad combines crisp veggies, tender rice noodles, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a flavorful spicy ginger dressing. Inspired by Vietnamese spring rolls, this salad is light, vibrant, and perfect for a healthy meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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For the Spicy Ginger Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Spring Roll Salad:
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 1/2 cups shredded green or purple cabbage
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 2 small carrots, julienned
- 1 medium sweet pepper, julienned
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- Additional cilantro and sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Make the Spicy Ginger Dressing:
- In a food processor or blender, combine ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave, rice vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the Spring Roll Salad:
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions.
- Rinse noodles thoroughly under cold water until fully cooled. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Add cabbage, cucumber, carrot, sweet pepper, cilantro, mint, and peanuts to the bowl. Toss to combine.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat.
- Season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, sesame seeds, and additional chopped peanuts.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Best Served Fresh: This salad is best enjoyed immediately after dressing.
- Customizable: Add bean sprouts, shredded chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a protein boost.
- Spice Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg