Asian Glass Noodle Salad with Cocktail Shrimp and Lime

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Difficulty

easy

Time

35m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

This refreshing Asian glass noodle salad is a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner. The crisp vegetables, succulent cocktail shrimp, and zesty lime dressing create a harmonious flavor profile. It's quick to prepare, packed with flavors and textures, and incredibly healthy. Make it and enjoy the Far Eastern tastes in your own home!

ingredients

4 Servings
200 g glass noodles
400 g cooked cocktail shrimp, peeled
1 large cucumber
2 medium carrot
1 medium red bell pepper
4 stalks spring onions
0.5 bunch fresh cilantro
0.3 bunch fresh mint leaves
2 medium lime (juice of)
4 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red chili, chopped (optional)
50 g roasted peanuts, roughly chopped (optional)

Steps

1

Preparation

Cook the glass noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water. Cut the cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper into thin strips (julienne), slice the spring onions, and roughly chop the cilantro and mint.

2

Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and chopped chili (if using). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

3

Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the cooked glass noodles, sliced vegetables, cocktail shrimp, cilantro, and mint. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Garnish with roasted peanuts before serving, if using.

Extra Tips

Chill the salad for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and to ensure it's pleasantly cold.

If you like it spicier, add more chili or a dash of sriracha sauce to the dressing.

Feel free to vary the fresh vegetables; you could add red cabbage or mung bean sprouts for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
250g
Calories145 kcal360 kcal
Protein9g22g
Fat3g7.5g
Carbohydrate20g50g
Fiber1.5g3.7g
Sugar4g10g