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Easy Creamy Asian Peanut Noodle Salad Recipe with Edamame for Summer Meals

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A quick, creamy, and refreshing Asian peanut noodle salad featuring edamame, perfect for summer meals and busy weeknights. This salad combines soft noodles, crunchy peanuts, and tender edamame with a balanced peanut sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) rice noodles (thin rice vermicelli)
  • 1 cup (150 g) shelled, cooked edamame (thawed if frozen)
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) creamy natural peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) grated ginger
  • Sriracha or chili flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped peanuts
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, handful)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 4-5 minutes until tender but still firm.
  2. In the last 2 minutes of cooking noodles, add the frozen shelled edamame to the pot to cook through.
  3. Drain noodles and edamame in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking. Let drain thoroughly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and fresh lime juice. Whisk vigorously until smooth and creamy.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, add warm water a teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Stir in sriracha or chili flakes if using.
  6. Add the drained noodles and edamame to the peanut sauce. Toss gently but thoroughly until evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle sliced green onions, chopped peanuts, and fresh cilantro (if using) over the top. Toss gently again.
  8. Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse noodles under cold water immediately after cooking to prevent sticking and maintain texture. Adjust peanut sauce thickness with warm water or lime juice as needed. Store sauce and noodles separately if preparing ahead to avoid sogginess. Add chopped peanuts just before serving for best crunch.

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Keywords: Asian peanut noodle salad, edamame salad, creamy peanut sauce, summer salad, quick dinner, vegetarian, gluten-free option

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