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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing
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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a delightful and colorful dish that combines fresh vegetables and tender rice noodles, all drizzled with a zesty dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for lunch, as a side dish, or even as a light dinner. With its quick preparation time and the ability to be made ahead, it’s an excellent choice for busy days or gatherings. The spicy ginger dressing adds a tangy kick that enhances the freshness of the veggies, making each bite irresistible. Whether served on its own or paired with grilled chicken, this salad is a nutritious option that will impress your guests while keeping things healthy.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • 1/4 cup rice apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
  • 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 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 firmly-packed minced cilantro
  • 1/4 cup firmly-packed minced mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • Additional cilantro and sesame seeds for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the noodles by boiling them in water according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice apple vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Chop and julienne the vegetables: shred the cabbage, julienne the cucumber and carrots, and slice the sweet pepper. Mince cilantro and mint.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled rice noodles with shredded cabbage, cucumber, carrots, sweet pepper, cilantro, and mint. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to mix.
  5. Serve topped with chopped roasted peanuts and additional cilantro.

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