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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy vibrant Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing, combining fresh vegetables and rice noodles for a colorful, healthy dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Refrigeration Time 15 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons minced ginger fresh preferred
  • 1 clove minced garlic fresh for best impact
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar apple cider vinegar works well
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil may lose unique taste if replaced
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil olive oil is a healthier alternative
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes adjust to taste
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 ounces rice noodles can substitute with gluten-free noodles
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage both green and purple work
  • 1 medium cucumber can substitute with bell peppers
  • 1 cup julienned carrots can replace with radishes
  • 1 cup julienned sweet pepper zucchini makes a good substitute
  • ¼ cup minced cilantro optional additional for garnish
  • ¼ cup minced mint optional for flavor enhancement
  • cup chopped roasted peanuts sunflower seeds for nut-free
  • additional cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • blender
  • large pot
  • colander
  • large serving bowl
  • sealed jar

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender, combine minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and canola oil. Blend until smooth, add red pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper, then refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pot, add rice noodles, cook for 4-6 minutes until tender, drain, and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large serving bowl, combine cooled rice noodles, shredded cabbage, sliced cucumber, julienned carrots, julienned sweet pepper, minced cilantro, and minced mint. Toss gently.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, and top with chopped roasted peanuts and extra cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for maximum flavor. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors and keep it refreshing.

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