This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Cold rice noodles are tossed with crisp shredded carrots, bell peppers, and protein-rich edamame, all coated in a creamy, nutty peanut dressing with a hint of sweetness and spice. It’s a perfect make-ahead meal for lunch, meal prep, or a light yet satisfying dinner.
Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Recipe
Serves: 2-3
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- Rice noodles: 6 oz (vermicelli or flat rice noodles)
- Carrots: 1 cup, shredded
- Bell peppers: 1 cup, thinly sliced (red, yellow, or both)
- Edamame: ½ cup, shelled (cooked & cooled)
- Green onions: ¼ cup, sliced
- Cilantro: ¼ cup, chopped
- Sesame seeds or crushed peanuts: For garnish
- Lime wedges: For serving
For the Peanut Dressing:
- Peanut butter: ¼ cup (smooth or crunchy)
- Soy sauce: 2 tbsp (or tamari for gluten-free)
- Rice vinegar: 1 tbsp
- Honey or maple syrup: 1 tbsp
- Sesame oil: 1 tsp
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced
- Ginger: 1 tsp, grated
- Sriracha or chili flakes: ½ tsp (adjust to taste)
- Water: 2-3 tbsp (to thin out consistency)
Instructions:
- Cook the noodles:
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
- Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
- Prepare the dressing:
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha.
- Add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
- Assemble the salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, edamame, and green onions.
- Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish & serve:
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, and crushed peanuts.
- Serve with lime wedges for extra freshness.
Why You’ll Love This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad:
✅ Bursting with Flavor – A perfect mix of savory, sweet, and spicy.
✅ Quick & Easy – Ready in 20 minutes, no complicated steps!
✅ Great for Meal Prep – Stays fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days.
✅ Customizable – Add grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp for extra protein.
This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is light yet satisfying, making it the perfect meal for warm days or a refreshing break from heavier dishes. Try it as a side or a main course—it’s delicious either way!
Would you like a nut-free alternative for the dressing? 😊
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