Best Thai Pasta Side Salad Recipes

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SPICY THAI PASTA SALAD



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This robust salad is delicious on its own, but easily can be turned into a main course by adding a protein such as shrimp, chicken, or tofu.

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
¼ teaspoon white sugar
½ (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
¼ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons dry-roasted peanuts
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 wedges lime

Steps:

  • Whisk sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fish sauce, chili-garlic sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and sugar for dressing together in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and return to the pot. Drizzle dressing over the pasta, stir gently to combine. Add peas, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and red pepper flakes; stir until well combined.
  • Serve at room temperature with lime wedges, or chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour or longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 598.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

THAI PASTA SALAD



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Pasta salad with a light Thai dressing.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 oz pasta (I used thin spaghetti)
1 medium cucumber
1 bell pepper (sliced)
½ sweet onion (sliced)
⅓ cup rice wine vinegar
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 Tablespoon sugar
1 Tablespoon sesame oil
1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger
1 clove garlic (minced)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 Tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 Tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta. Drain, rinse in cool water and drain again. Place in a large bowl.
  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and discard. Cut cucumbers into thin slices.
  • Add cucumbers, bell peppers and onions to pasta.
  • Place rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and red pepper flakes into a container. Mix well.
  • Pour dressing over pasta. Toss pasta until well combined with dressing.
  • Add fresh cut basil and cilantro and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 3 g, Sodium 258 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THAI PASTA SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING



Thai Pasta Salad with Peanut Dressing image

A refreshing and delicious Thai chicken salad with pasta, fresh veggies, and crushed peanuts all tossed in homemade Peanut Dressing!

Provided by Laura Fuentes

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
4 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 grated garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons sriracha
3 tablespoons water
12 ounces penne pasta, or your choice of pasta
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup matchstick carrots
1/2 bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 grilled chicken breast fillets, sliced
1/3 cup unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sriracha, and water. Whisk to combine and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Rinse and transfer into a large bowl.
  • To the pasta, add the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, grilled chicken, peanuts, and cilantro, making separate rows of each.
  • Drizzle with peanut sauce and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 462 calories, Sugar 14.6g, Sodium 281.9mg, Fat 13.2g, SaturatedFat 2.5g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 61.5g, Fiber 4.5g, Protein 26.1g, Cholesterol 41.4mg

THAI-INSPIRED PASTA SALAD



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This is a flavorful combination of spicy and sweet flavors that represents a great flavor of Thai noodles with everyday ingredients.

Provided by SuthernScott

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
½ cup canola oil
4 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
4 ½ tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup dry-roasted peanuts
½ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
  • Combine canola oil, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, salt, and pepper flakes in a microwave-safe bowl; mix to combine. Microwave on high powder for 30 seconds. Remove from the microwave and mix in peanuts and green onions. Pour over noodles and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 634.4 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

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