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Protein Packed Thai Pasta Salad

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and nutritious salad packed with plant-based protein, garbanzo bean rotini, colorful vegetables, and a delicious peanut dressing.


Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon liquid aminos
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1-4 teaspoons sriracha (optional for spice)
  • 8 oz garbanzo bean rotini pasta
  • 1 cup chopped cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 4 scallions, sliced


Instructions

  1. Cook the garbanzo bean rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking.
  2. Whisk together the dressing ingredients: orange juice, peanut butter, rice vinegar, liquid aminos, maple syrup, garlic, and sriracha until smooth.
  3. Fold in the cooled pasta, chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, diced cucumber, and scallions into the dressing. Toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for enhanced flavor.

Notes

For a spicier salad, adjust the amount of sriracha according to your preference. Also, feel free to experiment with different vegetables.