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Glow‑in‑the‑Dark Thai Noodle Salad

Glow-in-the-Dark Thai Noodle Salad That Will Dazzle Your Guests

This Glow-in-the-Dark Thai Noodle Salad is a vibrant and playful dish perfect for Halloween potlucks that tantalizes taste buds and impresses guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rice Noodles Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Finely chopped, organic recommended.
  • 1 Cucumber Finely chopped, pickling cucumbers for extra flavor.
  • 2 Carrots Shredded.
  • 4 Green Onions Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Peanuts Nut-free option: replace with sunflower seeds.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Peanut Butter Smooth peanut butter preferred.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free substitute.
  • 1 Lime Juice Freshly squeezed recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for heat preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the rice noodles in boiling water for 5-7 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
  2. Finely chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrots, and green onions. Combine the chopped vegetables with the cooled noodles.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey/maple syrup, and sriracha until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture, and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and cilantro over the salad, gently fold in for even distribution.
  6. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving in a blacklight-friendly bowl.

Notes

Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors. Reserve some cilantro and peanuts for garnish right before serving.