Lemongrass Vegetable Noodle Salad

Ingredients

• 4 lemongrass stalks (tough outer layers removed and chopped)
• 1/2 small red chili pepper
• 1 garlic clove (peeled chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (chopped)
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) soy sauce
• 1/2 cup (118 ml )water
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/3 cup (78 ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3/4 pound (340 grams) Asian noodles
• 2 bell peppers (seeds removed and sliced)
• 2 cups (150 grams) carrots, shredded
• 1 cup (90 grams) bean sprouts
• 1 cup (155 grams) shelled edamame
• 4 spring onions (chopped)
• 1/2 cup (75 grams) roasted peanuts
• Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Make the dressing: ---

2. 2

   Add all ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth. Set aside.

3. 3

   --- Make the noodle salad: ---

4. 4

   Bring a large pan of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to package directions.

5. 5

   Drain and transfer the noodles to a large bowl. Toss with half of the dressing.

6. 6

   Add the peppers, carrots, bean sprouts, edamame, onions, and peanuts and toss to combine.

7. 7

   Add the remaining dressing and toss again until evenly coated.

8. 8

   Serve garnished with cilantro.