Bursting with flavors, colors, and that satisfying crunch we all love, this vegan thai noodle salad is a true celebration of freshness and plant-based goodness. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan, a curious foodie, or just on the hunt for a wholesome and tasty meal, you’re in for a treat. So, grab your chopping board, toss on your apron, and let’s make a healthy salad that will leave your taste buds dancing and your tummy smiling!

What are the health benefits of this salad?
This thai salad is loaded with healthy vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber which all contribute to better digestion and overall health. Here are 5 other health benefits of this salad:
- Nutrient-Rich Vegetables: The coleslaw mix, carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers provide essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber.
- Protein: While this salad doesn’t include a significant source of plant-based protein, you can enhance its nutritional value by adding tofu, edamame, or chickpeas if you wish.
- Whole Grains: Rice noodles, although they are refined grains, can still be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation.
- Garnishes: The chopped peanuts add healthy fats and protein.
- Balance: This salad offers a good balance of vegetables and healthy fats from the peanut butter and oil in the dressing.

Why you’ll love this recipe
Thai cuisine has gained worldwide popularity for its unique and bold flavors. This Vegan Thai Noodle Salad allows you to enjoy a little taste of Thailand in your own home. Suitable for various occasions, from a light lunch to a side dish at a barbecue or potluck, this salad features tender rice noodles mingle with crisp coleslaw mix, colorful bell peppers, and crunchy peanuts, all enveloped in a creamy, peanutty dressing, making this salad a delightful, plant-powered feast for your taste buds. This salad can also be served warm or cold, making it versatile year-round.
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What do you need to make a vegan crispy thai noodle salad?
These ingredients will come together to create a delightful and flavorful vegan Thai noodle salad with a satisfying crunch. Enjoy making and eating it!


For the salad
- 1 (14 ounce) package rice noodles
- 1 (12 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
- 2 cups julienne cut carrots
- 1 English cucumber, halved, seeds removed, and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- ½ cup chopped peanuts, for garnish
For the dressing
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
For the full list of ingredients, and the printable recipe, be sure to check out the recipe card below.
How to make this delicious vegan salad
Step 1: Cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking.

Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with the noodles.

Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing.

Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss the salad to coat.

Step 5: Serve the salad garnished with cilantro and peanuts.

Make this Vegan Thai Salad, then check out my Vegan Cucumber and Chickpea Salad and more of my healthy vegan recipes.

TIPS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Read on for tips and substitution ideas on how to make this recipe, such as how to customize this salad, and how to store this salad.

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Vegan Crispy Thai Noodle Salad Recipe
Tender rice noodles mingle with crisp coleslaw mix, colorful bell peppers, and crunchy peanuts, all enveloped in a creamy, peanutty dressing, making this salad a delightful, plant-powered feast for your taste buds.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 (14 ounce) package rice noodles
- 1 (12 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
- 2 cups julienne cut carrots
- 1 English cucumber, halved, seeds removed, and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- ½ cup chopped peanuts, for garnish
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with the noodles.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss the salad to coat.
- Serve the salad garnished with cilantro and peanuts.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 151Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 213mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 3gSugar: 8gProtein: 4g
The provided nutrition information is an estimate and it does not take brands into account. I use an automatic API to calculate this information.
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