Thai Sweet Chili Noodle Salad

Ingredients

• 6 oz oz Rice noodles (flat, medium)
• 3 tbsp tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp tbsp Lime juice
• 1 cup cup Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cup Carrot, julienned
• 1/4 cup cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp tbsp Fresh mint leaves(optional)
• 2 Green onions, sliced(optional)
• 2 tbsp tbsp Roasted peanuts, chopped(optional)
• 1 tsp tsp Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to a boil, remove from heat, and soak the rice noodles for 6-8 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2. 2

   While the noodles soak, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and vegetable oil in a small bowl to make the dressing.

3. 3

   Julienne the carrot, thinly slice the cucumber and green onions, and chop the cilantro and mint.

4. 4

   Toss the chilled noodles with the vegetables and herbs in a large bowl.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.

6. 6

   Top with chopped peanuts and serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes for a colder salad.