Description
These Refreshing Cilantro Lime Noodles are a zesty and flavorful dish perfect for quick meals. The combination of fresh cilantro, tangy lime, and savory soy sauce creates a refreshing and satisfying noodle dish that is sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Rice Noodles:
8 ounces
Olive Oil:
2 tablespoons
Garlic:
2 cloves, minced
Lime (zest and juice):
2
Soy Sauce or Tamari:
1 tablespoon
Honey or Maple Syrup:
1 teaspoon
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional):
1/4 teaspoon
Salt:
1/4 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Fresh Cilantro:
1/2 cup, chopped
Green Onions:
2, sliced
Optional Toppings:
Chopped Peanuts, Sesame Seeds, or Sliced Avocado
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook noodles according to package directions until tender. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Prepare Lime Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss Noodles: Add cooked noodles to the skillet and pour the lime mixture over them. Toss gently to coat and heat through for 1–2 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro and green onions. Serve immediately with optional toppings like chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.
Notes
- These noodles are delicious warm or cold and make a great base for grilled shrimp, tofu, or chicken.
- Perfect for meal prep or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg