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Asian Noodle Salad

Published: Jan 15, 2022 by Gigi & Sersie

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This Asian Noodle Salad is a cold salad that pairs beautifully with the sweet and spicy Peanut Sauce (vegan).

While most noodle salads are largely noodles with a sparse amount of veggies, this one flips the script! This noodle salad is mainly veggies with enough noodles plus edamame to make it a complete, delicious, nutrient-dense, and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner.

The sweet and spicy Peanut dressing on this salad is oh so good.

side view close up of Asian Noodle Salad with sweet and spicy Peanut Sauce in a white bowl against a wooden background

There are 8 key ingredients in this Asian Noodle Salad

  1. Mixed baby salad greens (romaine or arugula work well too)
  2. Shelled edamame
  3. Black rice noodles (brown rice noodles okay)
  4. Carrot
  5. Cucumber
  6. Red onion
  7. Purple cabbage
  8. Peanut Sauce (VEGAN)

Adding a teaspoon of sesame seeds is optional, but recommended for another nutty note along with the peanut sauce.

top view of the key base ingredients for the Asian Noodle Salad against a white surface
mixed baby greens, shelled edamame, carrot, black rice noodles, purple cabbage, cucumber, red onion

This sweet and spicy peanut sauce has many uses, including making an excellent dressing for this Asian Noodle Salad. If you have a peanut allergy, I've made this with sunflower butter, and it's just as yummy.

One of the key ingredients in this noodle salad is the noodles. I used Lotus brand Forbidden Black Rice Noodles, but another brand or brown rice noodles work as well. I personally like to size (thickness) of the Pad Thai noodle, but it's fine to use a thinner black (or brown) rice noodle like ramen or vermicelli.

Besides making this salad look, feel, and taste like a cute black dress, black rice has added nutritional benefits over white (refined) rice. Specifically, black rice contains a phytochemical called anthocyanins—which has anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and other health benefits. In addition, compared to white rice, black rice has more protein, more iron, and more fiber. Now, these noodles contain both black and brown rice, but having any black rice is a bonus.

How to Prepare this sweet and spicy Asian Noodle Salad

  1. Prepare rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and cool the noodles for this cold salad. Set aside. Note: noodles might feel a little stiff after you rinse them. Not to worry, they'll naturally soften as they sit.
  2. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add shelled edamame and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  3. Build your salad with mixed baby greens (or chopped romaine or arugula), then add noodles and edamame. Add remaining veggies: sliced cucumber, red onion, chopped carrot, and shredded purple cabbage.
  4. Drizzle with Peanut Sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using. Enjoy!
top view close up of Asian Noodle Salad with peanut sauce in a white bowl against a wood background

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you eat Asian noodles cold or hot?

Both! You can eat Asian noodles cold or hot. Cold noodles are perfect for a salad like this recipe or spring rolls. But you can also enjoy them hot like in a Veggie Stir Fry with Noodles. or Ramen.

Are Asian noodle salads healthy?

Not all Asian noodle salads are created equal and the healthfulness or nutrient-density depends on the ingredients. For example, white rice noodles have less beneficial nutrients than black and brown rice noodles. Also, if the noodle salad is mostly noodles with few, if any, vegetables, it's less healthy than a salad that's mostly vegetables. This Asian Noodle Salad is healthy. In addition to be a rich source of protein and fiber, this salad is high in Vitamins K, A, C and E, as well as B-vitamins and minerals like iron, potassium, magnesium.

How do I store leftovers?

It's okay to store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. However, after you load up the salad with noodles, edamame, veggies, and dressing, you'll want to consume it within the first 12 to 24 hours. Otherwise, the salad greens and other veggies will lose their crispness.

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Asian Noodle Salad


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5 from 3 reviews

  • Author: Gigi & Sersie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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This Asian Noodle Salad is a cold salad that pairs beautifully with the sweet and spicy Peanut Sauce (vegan). While most noodle salads are largely noodles with a sparse amount of veggies, this one flips the script! This noodle salad is mainly veggies with enough noodles plus edamame to make it a complete, delicious, nutrient-dense, and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. #asiannoodlesalad #asiannoodlesaladcold #healthyveganrecipes #danielfastrecipes


Ingredients

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4 oz. black rice noodles (½ package of Lotus brand)

½ cup shelled edamame

8 cups mixed baby salad greens, or chopped romaine, or arugula

1 cup chopped carrot

½ cup sliced cucumber

¼ cup sliced red onion

¼ cup shredded purple cabbage

½ batch of Peanut Sauce (vegan)

2 tsp. sesame seeds for topping (optional)


Instructions

  1. Prepare rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and cool the noodles for this cold salad. Set aside. Note: noodles might feel a little stiff after you rinse them. Not to worry, they'll naturally soften as they sit. 
  2. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add shelled edamame and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside. 
  3. Build your salad with mixed baby greens (or chopped romaine or arugula), then add noodles and edamame. Add remaining veggies: sliced cucumber, red onion, chopped carrot, and shredded purple cabbage.
  4. Drizzle with Peanut Sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using. Enjoy!

Notes

 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch/Dinner Entrée
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Keywords: asian noodle salad, asian noodle salad cold, asian noodles for salad, asian noodle salad recipe, asian noodle salad with peanut dressing, asian noodle salad with cabbage, onion, edamame, black rice noodles, carrot, cucumber, sesame seeds, peanut sauce, healthy vegan recipes, gluten free, daniel fast recipes, daniel fast compliant

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  1. Judy

    January 26, 2022 at 3:23 pm

    I was blown away by the flavor of the peanut sauce. Wow! So tasty! Between the noodles and edamame, this was very filling but didn't leave me feeling sluggish or tired.

    ★★★★★

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  2. Marsha

    January 30, 2022 at 10:02 pm

    The peanut sauce is SO good! Very tasty, I’ve never made a peanut dressing/sauce before, and I loved this so much that I wish I would have doubled the recipe. I won’t make that mistake again.

    ★★★★★

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    • Gigi & Sersie

      February 05, 2022 at 12:24 am

      Thanks Marsha! Yes, that peanut sauce is amazing! And goes on so many different dishes. We're so glad you love it. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Marie

    February 09, 2022 at 8:35 pm

    I am so happy I made this dish, it was fabulous.

    ★★★★★

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    • Gigi & Sersie

      February 12, 2022 at 10:53 pm

      Awww! Thanks for your feedback, Marie.

      Reply

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