Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a fresh noodle salad made with crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a tangy ginger-lime dressing with gentle heat.
6 ounces rice vermicelli noodles
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup matchstick cucumber
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped Thai basil
1/4 cup chopped peanuts or sesame seeds
For the Spicy Ginger Dressing:
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 to 2 teaspoons chili paste
Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, drain, and rinse under cold water.
Prepare cabbage, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and herbs.
In a bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili paste.
Combine noodles and vegetables in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Let rest for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with peanuts or sesame seeds and serve.
Adjust chili paste for desired heat. Add protein such as shrimp or tofu for a complete meal.