Peanut Noodle Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce – Quick & Fresh
A vibrant and quick-to-make noodle bowl featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Noodles
- 8 oz thin rice noodles
Vegetables
- 1 large carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions sliced
Herbs
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro or herbs
Optional toppings
- chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, mung bean sprouts, mint, sriracha, avocado, shrimp, tofu, edamame (as desired)
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1½ tbsp tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup hot water (to thin)
Instructions
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and drain.
- Slice vegetables and chop herbs.
- Mix peanut sauce ingredients, then whisk in hot water until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: layer noodles, add veggies and herbs, drizzle with sauce, and top with desired toppings.
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings for added flavor and texture.