Ingredients
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- 4 oz rice noodles
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- ½ cup grilled chicken or tofu (cooked)
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- Water (as needed for sauce consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook your choice of protein in olive oil until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and water until smooth.
- Assemble each bowl by layering noodles at the bottom, followed by vegetables and protein. Drizzle with peanut sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your bowl by adding shrimp or mango for extra sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; enjoy cold or gently reheated.