Description
At its core, the Cold Peanut Noodle Salad with Crunchy Slaw is a harmonious fusion dish. It brings together the chewy satisfaction of noodles with the raw, refreshing snap of a classic coleslaw. Unlike a traditional warm pasta dish that relies on heavy creams or tomato sauces, this salad uses a savory-sweet peanut base that coats every strand of noodle and every shard of cabbage.
Ingredients
Scale
For the salad:
- 200g noodles (spaghetti or rice noodles)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 1 bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
For the peanut dressing:
- 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin)
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
1. Cook the noodles
- Cook noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
2. Prepare the dressing
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
- Add warm water gradually until smooth and pourable.
3. Assemble the salad
- In a large bowl, combine noodles, cabbage, carrot, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Pour dressing over and toss well to coat.
4. Finish
- Top with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes for best flavor (optional).
😋 Tips
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Like it spicy? Add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Keeps well in the fridge—great for meal prep!
Notes
This vibrant noodle salad is the perfect mix of creamy, crunchy, and refreshing flavors—ideal for warm days or quick, satisfying meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~350 kcal
Keywords: Chilled Peanut Pasta, Asian Noodle Slaw, Nutty Cold Noodles, Thai Style Noodle Salad, Peanut Dressing Pasta