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Crunchy Asian Salmon Rice Noodle Salad


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  • Author: Ann Foster
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Description

A light, refreshing, and colorful Asian-inspired salad featuring tender flaked salmon, delicate rice vermicelli, crisp red cabbage, sweet green peas, and matchstick carrots, all tossed in a zesty lime-sesame dressing.


Ingredients

For the Salad

  • Salmon: 12 oz (340g) fresh wild-caught salmon fillet
  • Rice Noodles: 4 oz (115g) thin rice vermicelli noodles
  • Red Cabbage: 1 cup finely shredded purple cabbage
  • Carrots: 1/2 cup matchstick or coarsely grated carrots
  • Green Peas: 1/2 cup sweet green peas (blanched or thawed)
  • Fresh Cilantro: 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Garnish: Fresh lime wedges and freshly cracked black pepper

For the Zesty Lime-Sesame Dressing

  • Sesame Oil: 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil (or extra virgin olive oil)
  • Lime Juice: 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Soy Sauce: 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • Honey: 1 tbsp raw honey or maple syrup
  • Seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Bake the Salmon:

    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    • Season the salmon fillet lightly with salt and black pepper.

    • Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12–15 minutes until tender and flaky.

    • Remove from heat, let it cool slightly, and gently flake into bite-sized pieces with a fork.

Prepare the Noodles:

    • Cook the thin rice noodles according to package instructions (usually soaking in boiling water for 3–5 minutes).

    • Drain and rinse immediately under cold water to stop the cooking process.

  • Whisk the Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, fresh lime juice, soy sauce, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.

  • Assemble & Toss:

    • In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled rice noodles, shredded red cabbage, matchstick carrots, green peas, and fresh cilantro.

    • Drizzle the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently until well coated.

    • Fold in the flaked salmon gently to keep the chunks intact.

  • Garnish & Serve:

    • Top with extra cilantro leaves, freshly cracked black pepper, and serve with fresh lime wedges on the side.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 24g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg