Description
A colorful and refreshing Thai noodle salad that’s bursting with flavor and texture. Soft rice noodles are tossed with crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and a bold, tangy Thai-inspired dressing. It’s the perfect quick lunch, light dinner, or party side dish. You can serve it chilled or at room temperature, and it’s easily customizable with your favorite protein. This is one of those recipes that proves healthy doesn’t have to mean boring. It’s bold, vibrant, and full of life—just like Thai cuisine should be.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz rice noodles
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint or Thai basil, chopped
- 1/3 cup roasted peanuts or cashews, chopped
2. Dressing
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp fish sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
- Prepare vegetables and herbs by slicing and chopping everything evenly.
- Whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- In a large bowl, combine noodles, vegetables, and herbs.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes for flavors to blend.
- Top with peanuts or cashews and serve with extra lime wedges.
Notes
- For added protein, mix in grilled shrimp, tofu, or shredded chicken.
- If you prefer it spicier, increase sriracha or add Thai red chili.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook / Boil noodles
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg