Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Spring Roll Salad featuring crisp vegetables, tender rice noodles, and a spicy ginger dressing. This dish combines the bright flavors of fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and a zingy homemade dressing, perfectly embodying the taste of spring rolls in a healthy salad form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Spicy Ginger Dressing
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Spring Roll Salad
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 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
- Prepare Spicy Ginger Dressing: In a food processor or blender, combine minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, canola or vegetable oil, and red pepper flakes. Blend until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate the dressing until ready to use to allow flavors to meld.
- Cook Rice Noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions, typically boiling them briefly until tender. Once cooked, rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the noodles. Drain well and transfer the noodles to a large serving bowl.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: To the bowl with noodles, add shredded cabbage, julienned cucumber, carrots, sweet pepper, minced cilantro, and minced mint. Toss all ingredients gently to combine evenly without bruising the vegetables or noodles.
- Dress the Salad: Just before serving, drizzle the prepared spicy ginger dressing over the salad. Toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Adjust seasoning by adding salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with chopped roasted peanuts, additional fresh cilantro, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a final touch of texture and flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for desired spiciness.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor impact.
- The salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours with dressing separate to prevent sogginess.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free.
- To add protein, consider topping with grilled shrimp or tofu.
Keywords: spring roll salad, spicy ginger dressing, rice noodles salad, Asian salad, vegan salad, fresh herb salad
