Gluten-Free Thai Noodle Salad
Bright, refreshing, and completely gluten-free, this Thai Noodle Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors perfect for any occasion! Made with tender rice noodles, crisp vegetables like julienned carrots, bell peppers, and shredded purple cabbage, and topped with a creamy, tangy peanut dressing infused with fresh ginger and sesame oil, every bite bursts with deliciousness. Garnished with crunchy roasted peanuts and a squeeze of zesty lime, this salad is a healthy and satisfying option for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is entirely plant-based and perfect for anyone craving fresh, bold flavors without the gluten!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Rice noodles
- 1 large (julienned or shredded) Carrot
- 1 (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 1 medium (julienned or diced) Cucumber
- 1 cup (shredded) Purple cabbage
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 3 (sliced) Green onions
- 0.25 cup (chopped, for garnish) Unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1 (cut into wedges for serving) Fresh lime
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce (gluten-free)
- 3 tbsp Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 tsp (grated) Fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.25 tsp (optional, for heat) Crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned carrot, red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded purple cabbage, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free soy sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes until smooth.
Step 4
Add the cooked, cooled rice noodles to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the peanut dressing over the noodles and vegetables, and gently toss to combine everything evenly.
Step 5
Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top for garnish.
Step 6
Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1011.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1054.6 |
| Total Fat 53.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3857.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 124.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.1g | |
| Protein 34.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 232.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1994.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories