Cold Peanut Noodle Bowl
Cold Peanut Noodle Bowl is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines chilled noodles with a creamy peanut sauce, fresh vegetables, and a hint of spice. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this dish is quick to make and packs a punch of flavors with each bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes (or up to 30 minutes if chilling)
- Yield: 2-4 servings
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Ingredients
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles, soba noodles, or spaghetti)
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cucumber, julienned
1/2 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
For the peanut sauce:
3 tbsp peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp grated ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp sriracha or chili paste (optional, for spice)
1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin the sauce to your desired consistency)
Instructions
Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, garlic, and sriracha (if using) until smooth.
- Add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, to thin the sauce to your desired consistency. It should be creamy but easy to drizzle.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled noodles, shredded carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and toss everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes for a cooler, more refreshing dish.
Notes
- Add protein: Top the noodle bowl with grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or tempeh for a more filling meal.
- Extra crunch: Add chopped peanuts or cashews on top for extra texture.
- More veggies: Add bell peppers, edamame, or snap peas for additional flavor and crunch.
- Spicy kick: Increase the amount of sriracha or add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Noodle options: Use other noodles like soba, udon, or even zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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