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Thai Glass Noodle Salad

Thai Glass Noodle Salad: Quick, Fresh, and Totally Customizable

This Thai Glass Noodle Salad is a delightful mix of fresh flavors, customizable proteins, and nutritious ingredients perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 100 grams Glass Noodles Rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
For the Protein
  • 200 grams Cooked Shrimp Can swap for cooked chicken or marinated tofu.
  • 200 grams Cooked Chicken Lean protein option.
  • 200 grams Tofu Firm or extra-firm for best texture.
For the Veggies
  • 1 unit Cucumber English cucumbers are recommended.
  • 1 unit Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or green peppers.
  • 1 cup Carrot Shredded; can replace with shredded cabbage.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Can use lemon juice as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Omit for vegetarian version.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
For the Toppings
  • 50 grams Chopped Peanuts Use sunflower seeds for nut-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with mint.

Equipment

  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Glass Noodle Salad
  1. Cook the glass noodles according to the package instructions, usually boiling for about 3–5 minutes until they turn translucent. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Chop your choice of protein into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumber and red bell pepper thinly. Shred the carrot. Combine all with the cooked noodles in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and sesame oil until smooth. Taste and adjust flavors as desired.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best freshness, dress the salad right before serving and store leftovers separately.

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