Ginger Cashew Cream Noodles [Vegan]

Ready to add some vibrant hues to your plate and supercharge your health? This vibrant noodle salad boasts an array of fresh vegetables and a rich, creamy cashew-based dressing, making it an excellent option for a convenient and satisfying lunch on-the-go. Complete the dish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to harmoniously tie all the flavors together.

Contents

Ginger Cashew Cream Noodles [Vegan]Aromatic Ginger Cashew Cream Noodles [Vegan]:For the Noodle Salad:For the Cashew Sauce:Gently simmering a rich and velvety ginger cashew cream sauce is the perfect accompaniment to springy vegan noodles.To Make the Cashew Sauce:To Assemble:

Ginger Cashew Cream Noodles [Vegan]

Aromatic Ginger Cashew Cream Noodles [Vegan]:

For the Noodle Salad:

One 9-ounce package of soba noodles.
1 cucumber, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
2 carrots, shredded
1 cup pea pods
1 cup cilantro, chopped

For the Cashew Sauce:

1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 cups raw cashews, plus additional for garnishing
1 tablespoon grated ginger
4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons agave nectar
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons Sriracha
1 teaspoon pepper

Gently simmering a rich and velvety ginger cashew cream sauce is the perfect accompaniment to springy vegan noodles.

To Make the Cashew Sauce:

Finely mince the garlic.
Combining all sauce ingredients, excluding cashews, in a blender, I blend until they’re seamlessly integrated.
Blend in the raw cashews until they’re thoroughly incorporated into a smooth, creamy consistency.
Allow the sauce to sit momentarily as you attend to cooking the noodles and vegetables. The sauce will blend harmoniously into the noodles as you stir.

To Assemble:

Cook noodles as directed on the packaging, following the recommended cooking time and method for best results. Drain and set aside.
Sprinkle toasted cashews as a garnish on your noodles for added crunch and flavor. Bake toast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately five minutes.
Prepare all of the vegetables.
Combine cooked noodles with a savory sauce, then incorporate a medley of sautéed vegetables for a harmonious fusion of flavors and textures.
Add a pinch of salt, a few grinds of pepper, and an extra dash of Sriracha for added flavor. Serve.