Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Chilled Thai Peanut Noodle Salad with Crunchy Veggies & Fresh Herbs Ingredients: 8 oz rice noodles or spaghetti noodles 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 large carrot, julienned 1/2 cucumber, seeded and sliced thin 3 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional) For the Peanut Dressing: 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger 2–4 tablespoons warm water (to thin the dressing) Directions: Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Add warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth and pourable. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked noodles, red cabbage, bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and green onions. Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Garnish with cilantro, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds if using. Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #thaifood #noodlesalad #peanutnoodles #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipes #healthymeals #asianinspired #quickdinner #mealprepideas #coldnoodles #freshandhealthy #ricenoodles #vegansalad #saladbowl #plantbasedrecipes #weeknightmeals #homemadeasian #spicyandnutty #cleaneating #lunchideas This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is LOADED with flavor, crunch, and creamy goodness! A perfect meal-prep lunch or light dinner.

Chicken and Sesame Noodles Sesame-Soy Chicken Noodles with Scallions and Crunch Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti or soba noodles 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter (optional for richness) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1/2 cup shredded carrots (optional for crunch) 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional for garnish) Directions: Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. In a large mixing bowl, combine noodles, shredded chicken, scallions, carrots, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and roasted peanuts before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #sesamenoodles #chickendinner #asiannoodlebowl #easynoodlerecipe #coldnoodlesalad #sesamesoychicken #quicklunch #mealpreplunch #chickennoodles #weeknightdinner #noodlesalad #asianfusionflavors #quickasianrecipe #peanutnoodles #healthydinnerideas #lunchideas #chickenrecipes #noodleideas #flavorfulchicken #sesameeverything Cold, crisp, and bursting with flavor! These Chicken and Sesame Noodles are perfect for summer lunches or quick weeknight dinners.

Sesame Noodle Salad Asian-Inspired Sesame Noodle Salad with Crunchy Veggies and Toasted Seeds Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti or thin rice noodles 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cups shredded carrots 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 3 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds Optional: crushed peanuts or chopped cashews for garnish Directions: Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. In a large bowl, toss the cooled noodles with shredded carrots, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss well to combine. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and nuts (if using) on top before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #sesamenoodlesalad #asianrecipes #noodlesalad #sesameoil #healthyrecipes #veggiesalad #easymeals #vegetarianrecipes #quicklunch #mealprep #freshsalad #asianflavors #noodlerecipes #lightmeals #healthylunch #homecooking #foodie #foodblogger #summerrecipes #crunchy Bright, crunchy, and packed with Asian flavors—this Sesame Noodle Salad is your perfect light lunch or side dish!

Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad Crunchy Broccoli and Ramen Slaw Salad with Sweet Soy Dressing Ingredients: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small 1 package (3 oz) ramen noodles, crushed (do not cook) 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted, optional) 1/3 cup neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) 3 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil Ramen seasoning packet (optional, use half or none for lower sodium) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, carrots, red cabbage, green onions, sunflower seeds, and almonds. Add crushed ramen noodles directly to the mix (uncooked). In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ramen seasoning (if using). Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Let sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow noodles to slightly soften and flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 295 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #ramensalad #broccolisalad #crunchysalad #easybbqsides #potluckrecipes #coleslawtwist #saladseason #noodlesalad #sidedishideas #asianinspiredsalad #quicklunchrecipe #picnicrecipes #ramenslaw #sweetsoydressing #healthyish #easyfreshsalad #veggielunch #saladwithcrunch #homemadesalad #coldsalad This Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, tangy dream! No cooking required, just toss, chill, and enjoy the flavor explosion

Vietnamese Rice Noodle and Chicken Salad Vietnamese Chicken and Vermicelli Noodle Salad with Fresh Herbs and Nuoc Cham Ingredients: 6 oz rice vermicelli noodles 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded (grilled or poached) 1 cup shredded lettuce or napa cabbage 1 medium carrot, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts 2 tablespoons fried shallots (optional) Lime wedges, for serving For the Nuoc Cham Dressing: 3 tablespoons fish sauce 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional) 2 tablespoons water Directions: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and drain well. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the Nuoc Cham dressing until sugar dissolves. Set aside. In a large salad bowl or platter, layer the noodles, shredded chicken, lettuce or cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and herbs. Drizzle with Nuoc Cham dressing and toss gently to combine. Top with crushed peanuts and fried shallots, if using. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #vietnameserecipes #noodlesalad #chickensalad #healthymeals #vermicellinoodles #nuoccham #southeastasianfood #herbyflavors #freshsalads #glutenfree #mintandcilantro #asianchickenrecipes #mealprepideas #lightlunch #lowfatrecipes #flavorpacked #asianfusion #ricevermicelli #tangydressing #crunchyveggies This Vietnamese Rice Noodle and Chicken Salad is bright, tangy, crunchy, and super refreshing It's your ultimate summer lunch or light dinner!