Thai Peanut Noodles

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner? These Thai Peanut Noodles are a mouthwatering fusion of creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors, perfect for noodle lovers! Featuring tender spaghetti or rice noodles tossed in a rich peanut butter sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a hint of sriracha, this dish is balanced by crisp, vibrant veggies like julienned carrot and red bell pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a satisfying vegetarian option that’s easy to customize. Garnished with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, these noodles deliver bold Thai-inspired flavors in every bite. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prepping, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti or rice noodles
• 0.3333333 cup peanut butter (creamy or natural)
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 2 tablespoons water (to thin the sauce)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts (for garnish)
• 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, sriracha, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add a drizzle of sesame oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the julienned carrot and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in the green onions and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and lime wedges on the side. Optionally, sprinkle more cilantro or chili flakes on top for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	809.3 grams (809.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1247

Total Fat 64.50g	83%
Saturated Fat 10.90g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1947mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 135.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 38.10g
Protein 47.30g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 180mg	14%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1511mg	32%

*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: 44.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 41.3%