Creamy Peanut Butter Sauce with Rice Noodles

Prep Time 15 mins
Courses: ,
Servings: 4
Description
This Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce are tossed with crisp julienned veggies and a creamy, nutty, and slightly tangy peanut dressing. Finished with toasted almonds for extra crunch, this dish is quick, healthy, and absolutely delicious—perfect for a light lunch or dinner! Whether it's a light lunch or a refreshing dinner, this dish is an easy, healthy, and satisfying meal you'll crave again and again!
Ingredients
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 medium carrots (julienned)
  • 1 medium cucumber (julienned)
  • ½ cup red pepper (julienned)
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
    • Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp ginger (minced)
  • 1-2 tbsp warm water (to thin the dressing if needed)
    • Optional Garnishes:
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Green onions (sliced)
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat
Instructions
  1. 1
    Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and ginger. Add warm water, a little at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, julienned carrots, julienned cucumber, and toasted almonds.
  4. 4
    Pour the peanut butter dressing over the noodle mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. 5
    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha if desired.
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