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Overhead photo of a high-protein peanut noodle salad served in a white bowl with spaghetti noodles, shredded cabbage, carrots, edamame, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and lime wedges on the side.
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Protein Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce

Servings: 3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Author: Bridgette Blakey
A fresh, high-protein noodle salad made with spaghetti noodles, crunchy cabbage and carrots, edamame, and a creamy peanut sauce. This easy plant-forward recipe is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or refreshing weeknight dinners.
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Ingredients
 

Noodle Salad

  • 8 oz high-protein spaghetti noodles
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1 tbsp hemp seeds
  • 1 tbsp crushed peanuts

Peanut Sauce

  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine noodles with edamame, cabbage, carrots, and peanut sauce. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Top with hemp seeds, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh lime wedges.
  • Add optional sesame oil, tamari, or cilantro for extra flavor and freshness.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • This recipe tastes even better after chilling in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Great for meal prep lunches or quick dinners.
  • Add extra veggies like cucumber, snap peas, or bell peppers for more crunch.
Calories: 486kcal, Carbohydrates: 74g, Protein: 20g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 183mg, Potassium: 603mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 3613IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 97mg, Iron: 4mg