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Spicy Thai Pasta Salad: Discover the Flavor Explosion!

A refreshing and flavorful Spicy Thai Pasta Salad that combines vibrant vegetables with a creamy peanut dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces of rotini pasta
  • 1 cup of red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup of cucumber diced
  • 1 cup of shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup of green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup of peanuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup of peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon of sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon of water to thin if necessary

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, cilantro, and peanuts.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, sriracha, and minced garlic until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss well to combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding cooked shrimp or grilled chicken.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.

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