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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Zesty Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Delight

This Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and healthy dish perfect for warm days or as a light weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Peeled and minced
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Agave Nectar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Replace with olive oil if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Canola/Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil works here
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Enhance overall flavor
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 ounces Rice Noodles Can be substituted with quinoa for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Green and purple varieties work well
  • 1 medium Cucumber Any variety is suitable
  • 2 medium Carrots Julienned (bell peppers can be alternative)
  • 1 medium Sweet Pepper Any variety is delightful
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional for those who prefer non-herb variant
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Mint Optional for those who prefer non-herb variant
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Roasted Peanuts Optional for nut-free diets

Equipment

  • Blender
  • pot
  • Colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • cutting board

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine fresh ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired. Transfer dressing to a jar and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Noodle Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add rice noodles, and cook according to package instructions, typically for about 4-6 minutes.
  2. Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse under cold water until cooled.
Chopping Vegetables
  1. Finely shred the cabbage, slice the cucumber, julienne the carrots, and chop the sweet pepper. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Combining Salad
  1. Once rice noodles have cooled, add to the bowl with chopped vegetables. Toss gently to combine.
Dressing Salad
  1. Retrieve the dressing, pour it generously over the salad mixture, and toss until well-coated.
Serving
  1. Top with extra cilantro, sesame seeds, and chopped roasted peanuts. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, dress the salad just before serving. Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, storing dressing separately.

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