Think healthy and refreshing for a moment! ‘Cleansing time’….how about some Thai salad. A very easy and simple recipe.

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 65g vermicelli noodles
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 red capsicum, thinly sliced
• 2 green spring onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/3 cup whole roasted peanuts

Thai Dressing

• 2 cloves garlic, grated
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 3-4 tbsp fish sauce
• 4 tbsp vinegar
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp peanut oil

Method

1. Cook vermicelli according to instructions on the packet. Rinse and drain well.
2. Place noodle and all vegetables in a large bowl.
3. Combine the Thai dressing and whisk well. Then pour over the vegetables and give a good toss until well combined. Sprinkle with nuts. Serve as a side dish or with any meat or fish. Voila!