Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing
Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines colorful veggies and tender rice noodles, all tossed in a zesty ginger dressing. This salad is perfect as a light lunch or a delightful side dish at gatherings. It’s easy to prepare ahead of time, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or potlucks. The unique blend of flavors and textures makes this salad not only satisfying but also an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1/4 cup rice apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1–1/2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 2 small carrots, julienned
- 1 medium sweet pepper, julienned
- Fresh cilantro and mint (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice apple vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Boil water in a pot and cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice noodles with shredded cabbage, cucumber, carrots, sweet pepper, cilantro, and mint.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is well-coated. Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg