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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing for a Fresh Twist

This Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish packed with seasonal veggies and tender rice noodles.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Ginger
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Agave Nectar can substitute with honey
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil olive oil is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil or Vegetable Oil any neutral oil works
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
Salad
  • 4 ounces Rice Noodles cooked and cooled
  • 2 cups Shredded Green or Purple Cabbage can also use coleslaw mix
  • 1 cup Julienned Cucumber or substitute with bell pepper
  • 1 cup Julienned Carrots shredded carrots are an alternative
  • 1 cup Julienned Sweet Pepper any bell pepper variety
  • 1/4 cup Minced Cilantro omit if disliked
  • 1/4 cup Minced Mint substitute with basil if desired
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Roasted Peanuts sunflower seeds are a nut-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Cilantro and Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • pot
  • cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • jar

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. In a food processor, combine the minced fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds, adjusting for flavor with salt and pepper.
  2. Once combined, pour it into a jar and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Cooking Noodles
  1. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes.
  2. Once tender, drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled to prevent sticking.
Chop Vegetables
  1. On a large cutting board, shred the cabbage, julienne the cucumbers, carrots, and sweet peppers into thin strips.
  2. Place all chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl, including the minced cilantro and mint.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In the bowl with chopped vegetables, add the cooled rice noodles. Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
Dress the Salad
  1. Just before serving, drizzle chilled spicy ginger dressing over the salad. Stir gently to coat without damaging the delicate noodles.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts, additional cilantro, and sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh textures and vibrant flavors. Adjust the spice level and customize vegetables to your preference.

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