Chopped Asian Salad Jars with Peanut Sauce
Looking for a convenient and delicious meal option? These Chopped Asian Salad Jars with Peanut Sauce are the perfect solution! Packed with fresh vegetables, gluten-free noodles, and a savoury peanut sauce, they’re ideal for meal prep and on-the-go lunches. Easy to customise and full of flavour, this recipe will quickly become a favourite in your household.
Ingredients
For the Salad Jars
- 1 packet Lifestyle Food Gluten Free Instant Noodles
- Neutral oil (for frying)
- Chopped cabbage
- Chopped cucumber
- Cooked corn kernels
- Shredded carrots
- Cooked edamame
- Salted peanuts
- Two glass jars
For the Peanut Sauce
- ½ cup Lifestyle Food Smooth Peanut Butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Hot water (to thin out the sauce)
Method:
- Heat some neutral oil in a pan suitable for shallow frying. Once the oil is hot, add a portion of the gluten-free noodles carefully. Fry until the noodles puff up and become crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Set aside the crispy noodles for later use.
- Place the rest of the gluten-free noodles in a bowl. Pour hot water over them along with any included seasoning. Let them marinate until the noodles are soft, following the package instructions. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Gradually add hot water while stirring until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Assemble the Salad Jars:
- Layer 1: Add 2 tablespoons of the peanut sauce to the bottom of each glass jar.
- Layer 2: Add a generous scoop of the drained, cooked noodles on top of the sauce.
- Layer 3: Add layers of chopped cabbage, cucumber, cooked corn, shredded carrots, and cooked edamame.
- Layer 4: Top with the crispy fried noodles for added crunch.
- Layer 5: Sprinkle salted peanuts over the top.
- When ready to eat, pour the contents of the jar into a bowl. Toss everything together to coat the ingredients evenly with the peanut sauce. Enjoy your fresh and flavorful chopped Asian salad!
These Chopped Asian Salad Jars are a delightful way to enjoy a nutritious meal anytime, anywhere. The combination of crisp vegetables, tender noodles, and a rich peanut sauce creates a symphony of flavors and textures. Perfect for meal prepping, picnics, or a quick lunch at work, these salad jars are both convenient and satisfying. Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or add protein like grilled chicken or tofu. Happy eating!
