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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Vibrant Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Delight

This Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, make-ahead meal that captures the essence of fresh vegetables.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Agave Nectar Substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can replace with canola or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Any neutral oil will suffice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 ounces Rice Noodles Vermicelli noodles can be an alternative
  • 2 cups Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded
  • 1 cup Sweet Pepper Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Mint Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts Substitute with sunflower seeds for nut-free
Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro For garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender, combine fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, and red pepper flakes. Blend on high until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and refrigerate.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add rice noodles and cook for about 3-5 minutes until tender. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rice noodles, cabbage, cucumber, carrots, sweet pepper, cilantro, and mint. Toss gently until evenly mixed.
  4. Remove dressing from the fridge, drizzle over salad, and toss until combined. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle roasted peanuts and sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately or keep dressing separate if making ahead.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately after dressing for maximum crunch. Customize the spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes. Feel free to add protein like grilled shrimp or chicken for a heartier meal.

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