Cucumber & Noodle Salad with Harissa Sesame Dressing

Cucumber & Noodle Salad with Harissa Sesame Dressing

Sometimes I just want something light that is easy to make and tastes fabulous, especially after a long day at work when I just want to kick off my shoes, hit the sofa, turn on the TV, and chill out. Then, I remember I have three boys to feed. This recipe makes life easy because it can be made in 15 minutes or less as an appetizer or an entrée. You can all enjoy a nutritious meal together, talk about the events of the day, pop the dishes in the dishwasher, grab a beer and relax. Enjoy!

Cucumber & Noodle Salad with Harissa Sesame Dressing

Ingredients:

1 packet fresh noodles (your choice)

2 cups bean sprouts

½ cucumber, cut in half lengthways, seeds removed, cucumber flesh cut into thin strips

2 spring onions, finely chopped

2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro

2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed

Dressing:

2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons low in sodium tamari

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon fish sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 to 2 teaspoons harissa paste (depends on how hot you like it)

How to make:

Place the noodles into a large bowl and cover with boiling water, allow to stand for ten minutes, then drain and pour over cold water to chill the noodles, allow to cool.

Make the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine, add a little water if to thin, set a side.

Combine the noodles with the vegetables, peanuts and dressing, tossing well to combine. Divide into four bowls and finish with a final sprinkle of chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts before serving.