Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Recipe

presented in a salad shape with a spicy ginger dressing, this colourful Spring Roll Salad is inspired by the fresh flavours of classic Vietnamese spring rolls. It is presented in a deconstructed style. Refreshing, filled with crisp veggies, and topped with a flavourful dressing that elegantly pulls all of the components together, this salad is ideal for a refreshing meal.

Ingredients for Spicy Ginger Dressing:

1. 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2. 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
3. 2 tablespoons soy sauce
4. 1 tablespoon agave nectar (or honey as a substitute)
5. 1/4 cup rice vinegar
6. 1 tablespoon sesame oil
7. 2 tablespoons canola oil (or vegetable oil)
8. 1/2-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust based on heat preference)
9. Salt and pepper, to taste

Ingredients for Spring Roll Salad:

1. 8 oz rice noodles (cooked according to package directions and cooled)
2. 1-1/2 cups shredded green or purple cabbage
3. 1 small cucumber, julienned
4. 2 small carrots, julienned
5. 1 medium sweet pepper, julienned
6. 1/4 cup firmly-packed minced cilantro
7. 1/4 cup firmly-packed minced mint
8. 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
9. Additional cilantro and sesame seeds for topping