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Once your peanut sauce is prepared and your vegetables are prepped, it’s time to combine everything into a deliciously cohesive dish. To ensure that every noodle and vegetable is evenly coated with the rich, creamy peanut sauce, follow these simple steps:

Cold Peanut Noodle Bowl

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Chilly Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl recipe. Perfect for quick lunches or light dinners, this dish features rice noodles tossed in a creamy peanut sauce and loaded with fresh vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and cucumbers for added crunch and color. Easy to customize, it's a healthy option that’s as delicious as it is visually appealing. Get ready to enjoy a delightful meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing!
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Ingredients
  

8 oz rice noodles (or your preferred type of noodles)

1 cup shredded carrots

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 cucumber, julienned

1/4 cup green onions, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (plus extra for garnish)

1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)

1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Peanut Sauce:

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-3 tablespoons water (to adjust the sauce consistency)

Juice of 1 lime

Instructions
 

Cook the Noodles: In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to halt the cooking process. Set aside to cool.

    Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and lime juice. Whisk these ingredients together until they are smooth. Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until you achieve your desired sauce consistency suitable for drizzling.

      Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles with shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, julienned cucumber, and half of the chopped green onions and cilantro. Drizzle the prepared peanut sauce over the top and gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are well-coated with the sauce.

        Assemble the Bowls: Spoon the noodle mixture evenly into serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with the remaining chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor.

          Serve and Enjoy: This vibrant dish can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature, making it perfect for a refreshing meal or as a delightful side dish to complement any meal!

            Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

              Presentation Tips: For an attractive presentation, serve the dish in clear bowls to showcase the colorful ingredients. Add a lime wedge on the side for extra zest and a pop of color!