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!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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	1011.8 grams (1011.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055

Total Fat 53.60g	69%
Saturated Fat 8.70g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3857mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 124.10g	45%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 34.10g
Protein 34.80g	70%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1995mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 44.4%