Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp

Dairy Free
Health score
31%
Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp
45 min.
4
417kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition? Introducing Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp, a refreshing and satisfying meal that is not only dairy-free but also packed with vibrant colors and textures. This dish is ideal for a light lunch, a side dish at dinner, or even as a main course that will impress your family and friends.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a plate of these delicious noodles, featuring a medley of matchstick-cut carrots and julienne-cut red bell peppers, all tossed in a creamy peanut sauce that is simply irresistible. The addition of succulent shrimp adds a protein boost, making this dish both hearty and healthy. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes a balanced intake of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this meal guilt-free.

Whether you're looking for a quick weekday lunch or a flavorful dish to serve at your next gathering, Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp is sure to become a favorite. The combination of fresh ingredients, aromatic spices, and the crunch of dry-roasted peanuts creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. So grab your apron and get ready to dive into this culinary adventure!

Ingredients

  • cup matchstick-cut carrots 
  • 1.5 cups julienne-cut bell pepper red
  • teaspoon chile paste with garlic
  • tablespoons creamy peanut butter 
  • tablespoon sesame oil dark
  • 0.5 cup dry-roasted peanuts chopped
  • 12 ounces extra wide egg noodles fresh chinese
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup green onions divided thinly sliced
  • teaspoon bottled ground ginger fresh
  • tablespoons soya sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces shrimp deveined peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • colander

Directions

  1. Combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl; set aside.
  2. Cook noodles in boiling water 1 minute.
  3. Add carrots and shrimp; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are done.
  4. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving cooking liquid. Rinse noodle mixture under cold water; drain.
  5. Add noodle mixture, bell pepper, and 1/4 cup onions to peanut butter mixture, tossing to combine.
  6. Add enough of reserved cooking liquid to keep sauce creamy.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup onions and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories417kcal
Protein22.75%
Fat39.46%
Carbs37.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57
Glycemic Load
1.16
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.489565227343%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:417.08kcal
20.85%
Fat:18.82g
28.95%
Saturated Fat:3.65g
22.83%
Carbohydrates:40.54g
13.51%
Net Carbohydrates:34.24g
12.45%
Sugar:6.03g
6.7%
Cholesterol:91.29mg
30.43%
Sodium:788.63mg
34.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.41g
48.82%
Vitamin A:6315.95IU
126.32%
Vitamin C:75.23mg
91.19%
Manganese:0.92mg
46.01%
Vitamin K:34.23µg
32.6%
Phosphorus:263.71mg
26.37%
Fiber:6.29g
25.17%
Vitamin B3:4.75mg
23.74%
Copper:0.44mg
22.03%
Magnesium:83.76mg
20.94%
Iron:3.51mg
19.5%
Folate:76.29µg
19.07%
Potassium:608.72mg
17.39%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.7%
Vitamin E:1.77mg
11.8%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.12%
Calcium:87.64mg
8.76%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.12%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.17%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.87%
Selenium:2.6µg
3.71%
Source:My Recipes