Description
Rice noodles get a vibrant upgrade with fresh greens and a zesty, flavorful dressing. Perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
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- 125 g (4 oz) brown rice noodles
- A few large handfuls mixed greens
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) cold-pressed sesame oil
- 2 tsp raw honey
- 2 tsp brown rice vinegar
- 1 lime, zest and juice
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh ginger root, minced
- 2 spring onions, sliced thinly
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup mint, chopped
Instructions
- Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small dish, reserving some spring onion and chili for garnish. Season to taste and set aside.
- Boil a pot of salted water, add noodles, and cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cool water. Place noodles in a large bowl, pour half the dressing over, and toss to coat. Add mint and cilantro; toss again.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat (approximately 350°F/177°C), toast sesame seeds until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside. Repeat with almonds.
- Wash and dry greens. Remove tough stalks, stack leaves, roll, and slice into thin ribbons. Add to a large bowl, pour remaining dressing over, add mint and cilantro (reserve some for garnish), and toss to coat. Add dressed greens to dressed noodles.
- To serve, allow each person to take their desired amount of greens and noodles. Place small dishes of toppings around the table for garnish.
Notes
- For optimal noodle texture, rinse cooked noodles under cold water immediately after draining to prevent sticking.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Toasted sesame seeds and slivered almonds add a delightful crunch; substitute sunflower seeds or pepitas for a nut-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10