Thai Noodle Salad With Shrimp and Sugar Snap Peas

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Thai Noodle Salad with Shrimp and Sugar Snap Peas
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Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
3 garlic cloves
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 cups packed basil leaves
1/2 cup packed cilantro leaf
1/2 cup toasted sesame oil
1/2 lb sugar snap pea , strings removed
1 package japanese udon noodles
1/2 lb cooked large shrimp
1 1/2 cups sliced scallions , including green parts
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted peanuts , to garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
690
Sugar
7g
Fat
34g
This Thai Noodle Salad with Shrimp and Sugar Snap Peas is a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s perfect for hot weather days. The salad is inspired by Thai cuisine, known for its rich flavors and use of fresh herbs and spices. In this salad, udon noodles are mixed with delicious peanut sauce, shrimp, and sugar snap peas, creating a perfect balance of sweetness, saltiness, and spiciness. To complete the salad, add some chopped cilantro and basil leaves or top it off with some toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy this Thai Noodle Salad with Shrimp and Sugar Snap Peas for a healthy and flavorful meal!

Instructions

1.In a blender, combine peanut butter, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, basil leaves, cilantro leaves, and sesame oil until blended.
2.Cook sugar snap peas in boiling water for about 1 minute or until they turn bright green. Drain and rinse them in cold water.
3.Cook udon noodles according to the package directions. Drain and rinse the noodles in cold water.
4.In a large bowl, combine the noodles, peanut sauce, cooked sugar snap peas, and cooked shrimp.
5.Serve cold, garnished with scallions and toasted peanuts.

PROS

This noodle salad is packed with savory flavors and fresh ingredients.

It’s a complete meal that’s easy to prepare and ideal for lunch or dinner.

The combination of udon noodles, shrimp, sugar snap peas, and peanut sauce provides a good balance of protein, carbs, and healthy fats.

It’s a gluten-free option for those with gluten intolerance.

CONS

The peanut sauce is high in calories and fat.
Be mindful of the portion size.

The recipe calls for fish sauce, which may not be suitable for vegetarians.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Thai Noodle Salad with Shrimp and Sugar Snap Peas is rich in protein, fiber, and nutrients.
Udon noodles are a good source of carbohydrates, potassium, and B-vitamins, essential for energy production.
Shrimp is a lean protein that contains omega-3 fatty acids, important for heart and brain health.
Sugar snap peas are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate, important for immunity, bone health, and DNA synthesis.
Peanuts are a good source of monounsaturated fats, important for heart health, and vitamin E, important for skin and eye health.

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