Garlic-Infused Asian Noodle Salad with Fresh Veggies
This delightful Garlic-Infused Asian Noodle Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish featuring tender cellophane noodles tossed with crisp vegetables and a zesty cilantro dressing. Perfect as a light meal on its own or as a side dish to complement savory proteins like Soy-Wasabi Shrimp and Scallop Skewers. With only 3 Points per serving, this healthy option is packed with flavor and can easily be customized with a splash of dark Asian hot sauce or spicy vinegar for those who crave an extra kick. Enjoy this colorful medley as a nutritious addition to your meal rotation!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
cellophane noodles
3 3/4 ounces (uncooked)
fresh cilantro
1/2 cup (coarsely chopped)
garlic cloves
3 (minced)
vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (none)
rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup (none)
sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons (none)
carrots
2 (julienned)
snow peas
1 cup (julienned)
cucumber
1 (julienned)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Garlic-Infused Asian Noodle Salad?
It is a vibrant and refreshing dish featuring tender cellophane noodles tossed with crisp vegetables and a zesty cilantro dressing.
What kind of noodles are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 3 3/4 ounces of uncooked cellophane noodles.
How many Weight Watchers points is one serving?
This healthy option contains 3 points per serving.
What are the primary vegetables in this salad?
The main vegetables included are carrots, snow peas, and cucumber.
How is the garlic prepared for the infusion?
The recipe calls for 3 garlic cloves to be minced.
What type of vinegar is used in the dressing?
The dressing uses 1/4 cup of rice wine vinegar.
Is this dish served as a main or a side?
It is perfect as a light meal on its own or as a side dish to complement savory proteins.
How much cilantro does the recipe require?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped fresh cilantro.
Can I make this salad spicy?
Yes, you can customize it with a splash of dark Asian hot sauce or spicy vinegar for an extra kick.
What protein is recommended as a side for this salad?
It is recommended to serve this alongside Soy-Wasabi Shrimp and Scallop Skewers.
How should the carrots be cut?
The 2 carrots in the recipe should be julienned.
How should the snow peas be prepared?
The 1 cup of snow peas should be julienned.
What is the preparation method for the cucumber?
One cucumber should be julienned for this salad.
How much vegetable oil is used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Is there sugar in this Asian Noodle Salad?
Yes, the dressing includes 1 tablespoon of sugar.
How much fish sauce is needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 tablespoons of fish sauce.
How many carrots are used in this dish?
The recipe uses 2 carrots.
What is the quantity of snow peas required?
You will need 1 cup of snow peas.
How many cucumbers are used?
The recipe requires 1 cucumber.
Is the cilantro chopped finely or coarsely?
The cilantro should be coarsely chopped.
What is the total weight of the cellophane noodles?
The recipe specifies 3 3/4 ounces of cellophane noodles.
Is this recipe considered a healthy option?
Yes, it is described as a nutritious and healthy option packed with flavor.
Does this salad include any spicy elements by default?
By default it is zesty, but spiciness is optional via added hot sauce or spicy vinegar.
How would you describe the flavor profile of the dressing?
The dressing is described as a zesty cilantro-based dressing with garlic infusion.
Is this recipe suitable for the Weight Watchers program?
Yes, it is tagged as a Weight Watchers recipe with a low point count.
What type of oil is recommended?
Vegetable oil is the recommended oil for this recipe.
Can the ingredients be customized?
Yes, the recipe is versatile and can be easily customized to suit individual tastes.
What is the texture of the vegetables in the salad?
The salad features crisp vegetables for a refreshing texture.
Is this recipe categorized as an Asian dish?
Yes, it is categorized under Asian cuisine and noodle salads.
What makes this salad refreshing?
The combination of fresh julienned vegetables, zesty cilantro, and light cellophane noodles makes it refreshing.