Coconut Noodle Salad with Caramelized Limes

This Coconut Noodle Salad with Caramelized Limes is a refreshing and visually appealing dish that combines the flavors of fresh coconut, crunchy vegetables, and zesty caramelized limes. It's perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 200g rice noodles
• 1 cup fresh coconut, shredded
• 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed
• 2 limes, sliced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce adjust to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, then rinse with cold water and drain

In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded coconut, sliced cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, cilantro leaves, and crushed peanuts

Toss to mix well

In a small skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat

Add the lime slices and brown sugar

Caramelize the limes for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they become golden and slightly crispy

Remove from heat

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper to make the dressing

Pour the dressing over the noodle salad and toss until everything is well coated

Serve the salad in bowls, garnished with caramelized lime slices on top

Enjoy your Coconut Noodle Salad with Caramelized Limes!