Cucumber, Carrot, and Cellophane Noodle Salad

By Eileen-3

Ingredients

• 2 oz. cellophane noodles
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3" x 1/8" julienne
• 1 English cucumber, peeled, quartered, seeded, and cut into 3" x 1/8" julienne
• 2 large green onions, trimmed and cut into 3" x 1/8" julienne
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp. salt, divided
• 1/2 tsp. Szechuan or pink peppercorns
• 2 Tblsp. soy sauce
• 1 Tblsp. hot chili oil
• 1 Tblsp. dark sesame oil
• 1 Tblsp. rice wine vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

Place noodles in a large bowl; cover with boiling water. Soak 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine carrots, cucumber, green onions, and garlic in a bowl and toss with 1 tsp. salt. Set aside.

Heat peppercorns in small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Place in glass or metal bowl; crush with the end of a rolling spoon or back of a spoon. Add remaining ingredients and 1 tsp. salt; whisk to combine.

Drain noodles; cut into 3" pieces with kitchen shears. (Pieces don't have to be exact). Place in a bowl. Rinse cucumber mixture; pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Add to noodles. Add dressing; toss to coat.