Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Spring Roll Salad featuring rice vermicelli noodles and fresh vegetables, tossed in a spicy ginger dressing. This easy-to-make salad combines crunchy veggies, fresh herbs, and a tangy, slightly sweet dressing perfect for a light appetizer or a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad
- 1 cup rice vermicelli noodles
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers (red and yellow)
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed (optional)
Spicy Ginger Dressing
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add rice vermicelli noodles and cook according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
- Prepare Vegetables: While noodles cool, thinly slice carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, and green onions. Set aside for assembly.
- Combine Greens: In a large bowl, add shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, cucumber, bean sprouts, chopped cilantro, mint, and green onions.
- Mix Noodles: Add the cooled rice vermicelli noodles to the bowl with the vegetables. Gently toss everything together to combine evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together grated fresh ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or agave syrup), sesame oil, and chili sauce until the dressing is well combined and flavorful.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the spicy ginger dressing over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter and sprinkle with crushed peanuts if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, spicy flavors.
Notes
- Adjust chili sauce quantity to control the spice level of the dressing.
- For a nut-free version, omit peanuts or substitute with toasted sesame seeds.
- Rice vermicelli noodles can be substituted with glass noodles or thin rice noodles.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.
- If desired, add cooked shrimp or tofu for extra protein.
Keywords: spring roll salad, spicy ginger dressing, rice vermicelli salad, Asian salad, fresh spring rolls, Vietnamese style salad, healthy appetizer
