Thai Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce is a perfect way to enjoy all the crunchy vegetables. It is served with amazing peanut sauce and that sauce makes this salad just too irresistible. This noodle salad is perfect for hot weather or for picnics.
INSTANT POT: Break the noodles in half and add in the Instant Pot. Cover them with water and don't overfill the pot with water. Close lid and pressure cook for 5 minutes (for Spaghetti or linguine) or 1 minute (for any other noodles). Once the timer beeps, then Quick Release by turning the vent in the venting position.STOVE-TOP: Add 2-3 quart of water in a pot and bring it to boil. Once water is boiled, add noodles. Cook them 2-3 minutes or until al dente.
Once pressure is released, then open the lid. Strain the remaining water out of the noodles and run it in the cold water. Toss some sesame oil in the noodles.
SPICY PEANUT SAUCE:
Add Soy Sauce, Rice Vinegar, Chili Oil, Sesame Paste, Peanut Butter, Brown Sugar, and Ginger in a bowl. Whisk all the ingredients until it forms like a paste. (Note: If sauce is too thick, you can add 1-2 tablespoon water for desired consistency).
THAI NOODLE SALAD:
Add cooked noodles in a salad bowl. Then add all the veggies (purple cabbage, bell peppers, edamame, radish, and green onions). Finally, add Spicy Peanut Sauce (as needed). Garnish them with some more green onions, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds.
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TIPS
When the noodles are cooked, rinse them in a cold item to avoid sticking.
You can also rub sesame oil in the noodles to avoid sticking.
Add a lot of colorful and crunchy veggies that will make the salad more amazing.
If the sauce is too thick, add some more sesame oil, soy sauce, or rice vinegar as per your taste and flavor.
Don't overcook the noodles; otherwise, the salad will turn mushy.
For crunch, you can garnish with some chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.
STORAGEThis Thai Noodle Salad stays good in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Make sure to keep it in the airtight container before placing in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
THAI NOODLES SALAD WITH PEANUT SAUCE
Amount per Serving
Calories
299
Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.002
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Sodium
194
mg
8
%
Potassium
365
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
38
g
13
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
839
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
38
mg
46
%
Calcium
49
mg
5
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.