Rice Noodles With Thai Basil, Mint and Peanuts

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 6
Rice Noodles With Thai Basil, Mint and Peanuts recipe for a fresh and flavorful meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 sweet onion , thinly sliced and separated into rings
8 ounces firm dried rice noodles
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes ( I used a little bit of red jalapeno )
1/3 cup of fresh mint , chopped
1/3 cup fresh Thai basil or 1/3 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1 large cucumber , peeled , halved lengthwise , seeded and thinly sliced
1 -2 small fresh tomato ( sliced or diced )
4 green onions , white and green parts , thinly sliced
2 tablespoons dry roasted salted peanuts
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
5g
Fat
7.5g
This popular dish is a staple of Thai cuisine, often served as a street food. The dish is light and refreshing, making it perfect for a hot day. The mix of herbs and cucumber gives the dish a unique, fresh taste while the peanuts provide a nice crunch. The dish can be made with a variety of other vegetables such as carrots and bell peppers. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It can be adjusted to your liking by adding more spice or herbs.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
2.Add the onion and stir to coat.
3.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rice noodles according to the package directions.
4.Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water.
5.In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, vegetable oil, and red pepper flakes.
6.Add the mint, basil or cilantro, cucumber, tomato, and green onions and toss to combine.
7.Add the noodles and toss again to coat.
8.Garnish with peanuts and season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This refreshing dish is great for a hot summer day.

It’s also vegetarian and vegan friendly.

CONS

The dish doesn’t have much protein if you’re looking for a high-protein meal, so you might consider adding tofu or edamame.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice noodles are a good source of carbohydrates and they are gluten-free.
Mint and basil are packed with antioxidants and can improve digestion.
Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water content, which can help you stay hydrated.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and potassium which support heart health and reduce inflammation. Peanuts contain healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

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