Quick and Easy Shrimp Noodle Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
354 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
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Cuisine
Asian
Quick and Easy Shrimp Noodle Salad
Description
The "Quick and Easy Shrimp Noodle Salad" brings together cooked rice vermicelli noodles and shrimp sautéed with garlic and salt. The shrimp add protein and a light savory element, while the noodles provide a neutral base. The salad is complemented by crisp broccoli slaw and fresh sprouts, adding crunch and freshness.
The dressing is a blend of lemon juice, sriracha, peanut butter, brown sugar, and soy sauce, which creates a complex combination of acidity, heat, nuttiness, sweetness, and umami. Tossing the components together with this dressing results in a balanced dish that pairs creamy, tangy, and spicy notes harmoniously.
The salad is garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro, enhancing the texture and herbaceous flavor. The dish is served immediately to maintain the crunch and freshness of the ingredients, making it a versatile light meal or side salad.
Adjustments can be made for garlic intensity or alternative nuts, and components can be prepped separately for meal prepping. The salad keeps well refrigerated up to three days when stored properly.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice vermicelli
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 30-35 Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 5 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 tsp salt
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tsp sriracha more if desired
- 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 3 tbsp brown sugar or your sweetener of choice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
To Serve:
- 1 pack broccoli slaw Mann's brand
- 1 cup sprouts
- 1/2 cup peanuts crushed
- 1/4 cup cilantro
Instructions
- Cook rice sticks vermicelli according to the package's directions. Drain and rinse with cold water so they don't stick. Set aside to cool completely.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimps and cook for a minute.
- Add in crushed garlic and salt. Stir to cook completely, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Make the dressing by mixing all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
- To assemble, place rice sticks vermicelli in each bowl, top with Mann's Broccoli Slaw and sprouts. Add shrimps and the dressing.
- Top with crushed peanuts and cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Thin rice noodles are used here, but any rice noodles can substitute.
- Shrimp may be grilled or baked instead of sautéed for variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; the salad keeps for up to three days.
- Adjust the garlic quantity to suit your taste or omit if preferred.
- For meal prepping, prepare noodles, vegetables, and dressing separately and cook shrimp fresh before serving.
- Peanuts and peanut butter can be substituted with almonds or cashews and their respective nut butters.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 354kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 1285mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 193IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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