Ingredients

  • 7 oz. thin rice noodles
  • 2 tsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 cup finely diced red bell pepper (1 small)
  • 1 cup grated carrots (about 2)
  • 12 cup chopped scallions (white and light green parts), about 8
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 medium head Boston lettuce, leaves separated
  • 1 lime, sliced in half moons, for garnish
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 13 cup coarsely chopped fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 Tbs. vegetable oil
  • 3 to 4 tsp. vegetarian Thai green curry paste
  • 2 tsp. brown sugar
  • 6 medium cloves garlic, minced

Method

  • Bring large pot of water to a boil.
  • Make dressing: In blender or food processor, combine all dressing ingredients; process until well blended.
  • Set aside.
  • (Dressing can be made up to 4 days ahead and refrigerated.)
  • Put noodles into large bowl.
  • Pour boiling water over noodles and stir to immerse and separate strands.
  • Let soak 5 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Drain again, shaking colander.
  • Return noodles to bowl, drizzle with oil and toss to coat.
  • Add bell pepper, carrots, scallions, 14 cup cilantro and 14 cup mint to noodles in bowl.
  • Add half of the reserved dressing and toss to coat.
  • Line platter or shallow serving bowl with lettuce leaves; top with noodle salad.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cilantro and mint and garnish with lime.
  • Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.