Description
These refreshing cilantro lime noodles are a zesty and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The combination of tangy lime, fresh cilantro, and crunchy peanuts creates a delicious Asian-inspired noodle dish that can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces rice noodles or thin spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
To Garnish:
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Combine: Toss the noodles in the skillet with the sauce. Add cilantro and green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Top with peanuts and lime wedges.
Notes
- Add grilled shrimp, tofu, or shredded chicken for a heartier meal.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure noodles are gluten-free.
- This dish is great as a cold noodle salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
