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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger

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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger is a fresh, deconstructed take on classic Vietnamese spring rolls. It features rice noodles, crisp veggies, fresh herbs, and a bold, spicy ginger dressing—perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • For the salad:
  • 6 oz cooked rice noodles (vermicelli)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens (optional)
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, grilled chicken, or tofu (optional)
  • For the spicy ginger dressing:
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1–2 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp water (optional, to thin dressing)

Instructions

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, and olive oil. Add a splash of water if needed to thin. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine rice noodles, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, cabbage, mint, cilantro, green onions, and optional lettuce.
  4. Add cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu if using.
  5. Pour the spicy ginger dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
  6. Serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes for flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Add crushed peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.
  • For a low-carb version, use spiralized zucchini or skip noodles.
  • Make it vegan by using maple syrup and plant-based protein.
  • Swap rice noodles for soba, glass noodles, or quinoa if preferred.
  • For meal prep, store dressing and salad separately until serving.

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