Spring Roll Salad Peanut Dressing (Printer-Friendly Version)
Crunchy noodles, prawns, fresh veggies, creamy peanut ginger dressing. Simple, vibrant and gluten-free meal idea.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad
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8.8 ounces gluten-free rice vermicelli noodles
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2 Persian cucumbers, sliced into sticks
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1 large carrot, grated or cut into matchsticks
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1 cup shredded purple cabbage
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1 cup thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
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3 green onions, sliced
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1 cup cilantro leaves
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1 cup mint leaves or Thai basil leaves
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0.5 cup unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
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20 large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Peanut Salad Dressing
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0.5 cup smooth peanut butter or almond butter
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0.25 cup fresh lime juice
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3 tablespoons gluten-free sweet chili sauce
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2 tablespoons gluten-free tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos
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2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 to 3 tablespoons hot water, as needed
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Place the rice vermicelli noodles in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let soak for 5 to 8 minutes or until tender, then rinse with cold water, drain well, and set aside.
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Combine peanut butter, lime juice, sweet chili sauce, tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos, ginger, and garlic in a jar or bowl. Whisk or shake well. Add hot water gradually until a smooth pourable consistency forms. Stir in sesame oil if using.
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Cut the shrimp into bite-size pieces and place in a bowl. Drizzle with fresh lime juice. Slice cucumbers, grate or julienne carrots, shred cabbage and lettuce, and slice green onions. Gather cilantro and mint or Thai basil leaves.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine vermicelli noodles, cucumbers, carrots, cabbage, lettuce, green onions, fresh herbs, and seasoned shrimp. Add peanuts and season with sea salt and black pepper.
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Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and gently toss until the ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips:
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Store prepared ingredients separately for meal prep and combine just before serving for maximum freshness.
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Crush peanuts only before serving to maintain a crunchy texture.
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To make vegetarian, substitute shrimp with firm tofu or shredded cooked chicken.