Refreshing Asian Salmon Noodle Salad

Salmon and Noodle Salad

🌞🍜 Welcome to Love With Recipes, where we bring you delightful dishes that are not only quick and easy but also packed with flavor. Today, we’re excited to share a refreshing Salmon and Noodle Salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or snack. This recipe, inspired by a magazine find, has been tweaked to suit our taste, creating a harmonious blend of Asian flavors. Don’t let the unusual combination of ingredients fool you—this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Let’s dive into this vibrant dish!

Ingredients:

• 100 grams salt 🧂
• 2 teaspoons caster sugar 🍚
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
• 1 Lebanese cucumber 🥒
• 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced 🌶️
• 1 smoked salmon fillet, flaked 🍣
• 1 small bunch of coriander leaves, roughly chopped 🌿
• 100 grams of noodles 🍜
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish 🌱

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 336.8 kcal
• Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.9 g
• Cholesterol: 11.5 mg
• Sodium: 1073 mg
• Carbohydrates: 59.8 g
• Fiber: 3.1 g
• Sugar: 11.5 g
• Protein: 13.5 g

Preparation Time:

Servings:

This recipe serves 2.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Noodles:

   • Place the noodles in a heatproof bowl.
   • Cover them with boiling water. 🌊
   • Allow the noodles to stand for about 5 minutes or until tender. 🕒
   • Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water. ❄️
   • Drain again and set aside.

2. Prepare the Dressing:

   • In a separate bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons of caster sugar, 100 grams of salt, and 2 tablespoons of vinegar. 🍚🧂🍶

3. Marinate the Red Onion:

   • Add the thinly sliced red onion to the dressing mixture. 🧅
   • Let it marinate while you prepare the other ingredients.

4. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Peel the Lebanese cucumber, leaving a little green skin here and there for a bit of color and texture. 🥒
   • Thinly slice the cucumber on the diagonal.
   • Add the cucumber slices to the bowl with the onion and dressing.

5. Combine Ingredients:

   • Stir in the thinly sliced red chili pepper, flaked smoked salmon, and roughly chopped coriander leaves. 🌶️🍣🌿
   • Add the drained noodles and toss everything well together to ensure even coating with the dressing.

6. Serve:

   • Divide the salad mixture between 2 bowls.
   • Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of sesame seeds for a finishing touch. 🌱
   • Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, savory salad! 🍽️

Tips:

• For an extra crunch, you can add some toasted sesame seeds or chopped peanuts on top. 🥜
• If you prefer a spicier kick, feel free to add more chili pepper or a dash of chili oil. 🌶️🔥
• This salad is best served immediately to retain the crispness of the vegetables and the tenderness of the noodles.

Enjoy this delightful Salmon and Noodle Salad, a perfect blend of fresh, savory, and slightly spicy flavors that make it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Bon appétit! 🌟