Keto Peanut Noodle Salad is a tasty, low-carb dish compared to traditional Asian-inspired dishes. This peanut noodle salad is the ideal combination of nutty, tangy, and savory flavors without the additional carbs. This peanut noodle salad is made with Shirataki noodles, veggies, and peanut sauce. The creamy dressing, which is created with sesame oil, peanut butter, & lime juice, balances everything, and the use of fresh ingredients like bell pepper, cabbage, & scallions provides the texture and color in this Keto Peanut Noodle Salad. This salad recipe is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and vegan. This salad is very delicious, delightful, and crunchy, and we can have this salad cold or at ambient temperature. We can easily customize this peanut noodle salad by the addition of grilled chicken or tofu for additional protein and to make this salad healthier and delicious.
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STATS:
- Prep time: Fifteen mins
- Cook time: Five minutes
- Total time: Twenty mins
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Course: Salad
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Paper towel
- Strainer
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Spatula
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE SALAD:
- 1 package of Shirataki noodles
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup julienned carrots
- ½ red bell pepper
- ¼ cup scallions
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup peanuts
- 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
PEANUT DRESSING:
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- Two tbsp. coconut aminos
- One tbsp. lime juice
- One tsp. sesame oil
- One tsp. fresh ginger
- One piece of garlic
- One tbsp. rice vinegar
- 1-2 tbsp. warm water
- Erythritol or monk fruit
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
SHIRATAKI NOODLES:
- These noodles are prepared from konjac and these are low carb noodles as compare to wheat four noodles. They absorb the sauce well and have a neutral flavor. We have to make sure to rinse them well and boil them for a few minutes to get rid of any natural odor before using.
PEANUT BUTTER:
- We have to use natural, unsweetened peanut butter to prevent additional sugars that raise carbohydrates and it makes the smooth and creamy peanut butter.
COCONUT AMINOS:
- Coconut aminos is a lower-sodium, soy-free substitute for soy sauce to keep the dish keto-friendly. You can also utilize the tamari instead of coconut aminos as a keto substitute of coconut aminos.
VEGETABLES:
- We use the Bell peppers & cabbage as they are low in carbs and they also are crispy and fresh. We should have to omit the carrots to keep this dish strictly keto-friendly.
RICE VINEGAR & LIME JUICE:
- Rice vinegar and lime juice add acidity to counterbalance the peanut butter’s indulgence and to improve the flavor of this noodle salad.
FRESH GINGER & GARLIC:
- We use fresh ginger & garlic to make this more flavorful and to add the warmth and depth that are essential to provide the true Asian flavor profile.
GARNISH:
- We can garnish this peanut noodles salad with crushed peanuts, and sesame seeds for the additional texture and the crunchiness.
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INSTRUCTION:
- We can rinse the Shirataki noodles in cold water.
- Then we can boil these noodles for two to three minutes.
- Then we can drain pat dry these noodles by using a paper towel.
- Put the peanut butter, coconut aminos, vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and Erythritol in a small bowl.
- Mix these components to combine.
- We can add warm water and thin the consistency of this peanut sauce to achieve the pourable consistency.
- Take a big vessel and add the noodles, bell pepper, cabbage, & scallions and combine them with the spatula.
- We would transfer the dressing on the salad.
- Properly mix the salad with the dressing.
- Then we can garnish the peanut noodle salad with the cilantro, crushed peanuts, or sesame seeds and serve.
TIPS:
- We can add Sriracha or red pepper flakes to make the spicy peanut noodle salad.
- You can also include grilled shrimp, chicken, beef, or turkey for the additional protein content in this peanut noodle salad.
- We can serve this peanut noodle salad cold or at the ambient temperature for optimal results.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can transfer the peanut noodle salad to the airtight jar and save this salad for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- You would not freeze this peanut noodle salad as the noodles and the vegetables will lose their texture.
FAQs:
Is this peanut noodle salad has reduced carbs?
- Yes, this peanut noodle salad has reduced carb content and they only comprise 5g of net carbs, and 12g proteins are present single serving of this salad.
Can we make this peanut noodle salad with any other keto-friendly noodles?
- Yes, we can make this peanut noodle salad with any other keto noodles like zucchini noodles, kelp noodles, or cabbage slaw.
Will I use almond butter as a substitute for peanut butter to make this noodle salad?
- Yes, we can easily use the almond butter as a substitute for the peanut butter to make the noodle salad as it is perfectly keto-friendly and works in the same way.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 320 kcal
Net Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 4g
Total Carbs: 9g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 26g
Sodium: 480mg
Potassium: 360mg
Calcium: 40mg
Iron: 1.2mg