COCONUT-MANGO RICE NOODLE SALAD

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Coconut-Mango Rice Noodle Salad image

Provided by Mollie Katzen

Categories     Vegetarian     Dinner     Tropical Fruit     Mango     Vegan     Noodle     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Makes 3 or 4 modest main-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon minced or crushed garlic
Up to 2 teaspoons agave nectar or sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grapeseed or peanut oil
3/4 cup reduced-fat coconut milk (half a 14- to 15-ounce can)
3 cups water
4 ounces medium-thin rice noodles
1/3 pound slender green beans, trimmed and halved either lengthwise or crosswise
1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions
1 small (6-inch) cucumber (peeled if the skin is bitter), diced
1 medium carrot, coarsely grated
1 ripe, sweet mango, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch dice, or 1 heaping cup diced defrosted frozen mango
About 10 fresh mint leaves, cut into thin strips
1 cup lightly toasted cashews, chopped or whole

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the lime juice, garlic, agave or sugar, and salt in a large bowl and whisk to blend. Keep whisking as you drizzle in the oil until it is completely incorporated; set aside.
  • 2. Place a colander on a plate next to the stove and have a pair of tongs or a spider skimmer handy.
  • 3. Combine the coconut milk and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the noodles and cook for exactly 3 minutes (best to use a timer). Use the skimmer or tongs to lift them out (leaving the pot on the heat) and transfer them to the colander. (They will be noticeably al dente.) Shake the colander over the plate to drain and dry the noodles, then transfer them directly to the marinade in the bowl. Turn and lift with tongs and/or a fork to get them coated.
  • 4. Return the colander to the plate (emptied of any water) near the stove. Add the green beans to the simmering water-coconut milk mixture. Cook them for about 5 minutes, or until just tender. Use the skimmer or tongs to lift them into the colander to drain. You can save the coconut broth to make a little soup snack for yourself.
  • 5. Add the green beans (it's OK if they're still hot) along with the Pickled Red Onions to the noodle mixture, mixing gently until combined. (Use a fork to grab the onions, leaving their liquid behind.)
  • 6. Let the salad cool to room temperature, then add the cucumber and carrot. Cover and chill until serving time; the optimal marinating-chilling time is about 2 hours.
  • 7. Stir in the mango, mint, and most of the cashews shortly before serving. Serve topped with the remaining cashews and any combination of the Enhancements.
  • Optional Enhancements
  • Minced jalapeƱo scattered through * Touch of lime zest mixed in to give it more zing * Lime wedges * Toasted unsweetened coconut on top * Minced fresh basil (regular or Thai) and/or cilantro on top * Chili paste or Sriracha on the side

Bianca G. Diaz
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This recipe is a waste of time and money. The salad was inedible.


Olaoluwa Abiodun Olamilekan
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I would not recommend this recipe. The salad was not good.


Eesa Ahmad Ishaque
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the salad didn't turn out as I expected. It was a bit too sour.


junide mollick
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This salad was a bit bland. I would add more spices next time.


Hassan Sahab
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Caleb Manongwa
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but this salad was still delicious. The mango and rice noodles were a great combination.


Ethan Mouton
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for a picnic or potluck.


Rakib Sarwar
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


nimco maxamad
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


B Typist
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This was a great recipe! I would definitely make it again.


Mubarak Abubakar
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Zeeshan ZH
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This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the textures are perfect.


Makhdoom Shahzaib
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I was looking for a new salad recipe to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! It's delicious and healthy, and I will definitely be making it again.


Mekhraj Rai
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Aaron Drayer
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more spice.


Kay Khoboko
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of coconut, mango, and rice noodles was unique and refreshing, and the dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.