Spring Roll Inspired Noodle Bowl
This noodle bowl that is like a deconstructed spring roll is packed with veggies, a bright dressing, fresh herbs, and is healthy and so good!
Ingredients
Sweet Garlic Lime Dressing:
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Agave or Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Fish Sauce
- 1/3 cup fresh Lime Juice
- 1/3 cup Peanut Oil
Creating the Bowl:
- Rice Noodles
- Basil Mint, and Cilantro (Find all three & use them)
- Serrano Peppers
- Chopped Peanuts
- Sliced Avocado
- Veggies: Cucumbers Red Bell Pepper, etc.
- Protein: Tofu or your favorite protein like shrimp, tofu, chicken (optional
Instructions
- If you’re using a protein, you can make it in advance. In my case, I did some crispy tofu and had that made in advance. Then prep your bowl ingredients by chopping whatever you need such as herbs, nuts, peppers, and veggies.
- You can cook your rice noodles per the package instructions. I went this route and soaked mine in cold water for about 30 minutes or until they were tender, and then cooked them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. I really liked this method!
- Right before you’re ready to put your noodle bowl together, you can make your dressing. Add the garlic, rice vinegar, agave, fish sauce, lime juice, and oil to a blender and blend until it’s smooth.
- To combine the noodle bowl, just add the noodles, chopped veggies, peppers, herbs, and protein to a bowl and toss with some of the dressing. Then serve right away and top with some chopped peanuts and sliced avocado for added texture. Serve right away and enjoy!
Notes
Quick Tip #1: I did about a tablespoon of peanuts per serving, and half of an avocado per serving. Have fun with this recipe and use whatever veggies you love or would put in a traditional spring roll!
Quick Tip #2: Store all of the leftover components separately, and then combine and toss with more dressing as you eat the leftover noodle blow. That way the vegetables and tofu stay crisp. I do like to toss any leftover noodles with some of the dressing to make sure they are well coated so they don’t stick together in the fridge.