RICE NOODLE SALAD WITH CRISPY TOFU AND LIME-PEANUT DRESSING

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Rice Noodle Salad With Crispy Tofu and Lime-Peanut Dressing image

Unrefined expeller-pressed peanut oil contributes a wonderful nutty flavor to this dressing

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces thin rice noodles
1 tablespoon peanut oil, canola oil or rice bran oil
2 ounces firm tofu, sliced and blotted dry with paper towels
1 small or 1/2 large red bell pepper, cut in 2-inch-long julienne
2 Tbsp Minced Chives
1/4 cup minced cilantro
4 cups slivered romaine lettuce leaves (chiffonade)
1 ounce dry-roasted peanuts
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
Salt to taste
1 small garlic clove, pureed
1/3 cup unrefined expeller-pressed or roasted peanut oil
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 teaspoon Asian hot pepper oil

Steps:

  • Place the rice threads in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Let sit for 20 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes and add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, canola oil or rice bran oil. When the oil is hot, add the tofu and saute on both sides until golden brown. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Cut in matchsticks.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add salt to taste if desired. Drain the noodles and add to the boiling water. Boil 1 minute, then drain, rinse briefly with cold water, and using a scissors, cut into manageable lengths. Transfer to a salad bowl and add the tofu, red pepper, chives, cilantro, lettuce and half the peanuts.
  • Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup. Pour over the noodles and toss together. Sprinkle the remaining peanuts over the top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 298 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Md Rimon Hossen
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice noodles. I also love that it's a vegetarian dish, so it's perfect for meatless Mondays.


NCR Veteran trooper
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I'm always looking for new and exciting tofu recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The crispy tofu was a great addition to the salad, and the lime-peanut dressing was the perfect finishing touch.


Xhoba
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This rice noodle salad is the perfect summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright and flavorful. I especially love the crispy tofu and the lime-peanut dressing.


Sydnei
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for my friends and family, and they all rave about it.


mohsin patwary
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Wow! This recipe is a winner. The tofu was crispy and delicious, and the lime-peanut dressing was perfect. I served it with rice noodles and fresh vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


Adiat Islam
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This rice noodle salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The crispy tofu adds a nice texture, and the lime-peanut dressing is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


Billy Chisholm
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The crispy tofu was so good, and the lime-peanut dressing was amazing. I served it over rice noodles, and it was the perfect summer meal.


Nakaija Winfred
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the crispy tofu and the sweet and sour dressing.


Maha Salah Mahmoud
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the crispy tofu and the lime-peanut dressing. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Jamie Swift
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice noodles. I also love that it's a vegetarian dish, so it's perfect for meatless Mondays.


Carmen Winsten
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I'm always looking for new and exciting tofu recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The crispy tofu was a great addition to the salad, and the lime-peanut dressing was the perfect finishing touch.


Tebogo Lephale
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This rice noodle salad is the perfect summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright and flavorful. I especially love the crispy tofu and the lime-peanut dressing.


Qais Yousaf
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for my friends and family, and they all rave about it.


Omar Ruiz
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Wow! This recipe is a winner. The tofu was crispy and delicious, and the lime-peanut dressing was perfect. I served it with rice noodles and fresh vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


AtomicKid420 AtomicKid420
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This rice noodle salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The crispy tofu adds a nice texture, and the lime-peanut dressing is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lulunga Sharfiq
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The crispy tofu was so good, and the lime-peanut dressing was amazing. I served it over rice noodles, and it was the perfect summer meal.


Ramim Hussen
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This recipe was easy to follow and the result was delicious! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the lime-peanut dressing was the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory. I will definitely be making this again.