# List of Ingredients:
→ Noodles
01 - 10 oz rice noodles or wheat noodles
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 2.8 oz shredded red cabbage
05 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
06 - 0.5 oz fresh cilantro leaves
07 - 1 oz bean sprouts
→ Peanut Dressing
08 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
09 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
10 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
14 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
15 - 2 to 4 tbsp warm water, as needed
→ Toppings
16 - 2 tbsp roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
17 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
18 - Lime wedges for serving
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled. Set aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, ginger, and minced garlic. Gradually whisk in warm water until the dressing achieves a smooth, pourable consistency.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled noodles, julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, shredded cabbage, sliced scallions, cilantro, and bean sprouts.
04 - Pour the peanut dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
05 - Divide the noodle mixture among serving plates. Top each portion with chopped roasted peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, and additional fresh cilantro.
06 - Serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy at room temperature or gently warmed according to preference.
