Best 7 Zucchini Noodles Pad Thai Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the tantalizing flavors of pad Thai, a beloved stir-fried noodle dish from Thailand, have captivated palates worldwide. Zucchini, with its mild flavor and versatile texture, offers a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional rice noodles, creating a guilt-free culinary adventure. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect zucchini noodles pad Thai, a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, savory, and nutty notes that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Bangkok.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN ZUCCHINI NOODLE PAD THAI



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When we first made this, we couldn't believe how satisfied we were when we were and didn't even miss the rice noodles. Another quick option would be to use shredded roast chicken. Just add it in place of the raw chicken and just cook it long enough to heat-through. And add shrimp if you like, it's fantastic too! Our favorite tool for making zucchini noodles is the Paderno Spiralizer.

Provided by Diane

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 21

about 2 medium zucchini
2 Tablespoons olive oil ( (divided))
1 pound chicken breast (, cut into small chunks)
2-3 large cloves garlic (minced or crushed)
1 small red bell pepper (seeded and sliced thin)
3-4 green onions (sliced in 1-inch pieces)
1 large egg
about 2 cups bean sprouts
1/3 cup roasted peanuts
chopped cilantro (for garnish)
lime wedges (optional)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar ( or distilled white vinegar)
2 tablespoons fish sauce ( (or more to taste))
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (or more to taste)
sriracha hot sauce (options, to taste)
shrimp
broccoli
more vegetables!

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini into spirals or noodle strands using the vegetable spiralizer or julienne peeler. Set aside noodles.
  • Make the Sauce: in a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients (rice vinegar, fish sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and chili garlic sauce), set aside. If you want to use sriracha hot sauce, add as much as you like or you can add it afterwards.
  • Heat a large pan on medium-high heat. Add one tablespoon of olive oil (reserve the other half for later). Then add zucchini noodles and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the zucchini noodles are tender. Don't overcook the noodles. The zucchini noodles should be slightly crunchy with a tender bite.
  • Let the noodles rest for about 3 minutes to allow all the moisture to release. Remove the noodles from the pan and drain the excess water.
  • Carefully wipe the same pan remove the excess water, and then re-heat the pan on medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil and garlic. Cook the garlic until soft and translucent, about 1 minute. Add the chicken and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through.Add the bell peppers and green onions. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until tender. Add the egg and stir in with the vegetables until the egg is cooked.
  • Add the zucchini noodles back into the same pan, and then add the sauce. Cook for about 1 more minute or until the zucchini noodles are heated through. Then stir in the bean sprouts.
  • Serve with roasted peanuts and cilantro. If you want to add lime wedges, squeeze some fresh lime juice on the noodles right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 60 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 238 mg, Sodium 2149 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PAD THAI ZUCCHINI NOODLES



Pad Thai Zucchini Noodles image

25 minute low carb and healthy Pad Thai Zucchini Noodles is a crunchy and healthy salad version of the classic noodle dish.

Provided by Olena Osipov

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup smooth peanut butter (unsalted)
1/4 cup warm water
3 tbsp soy sauce (I used Bragg liquid aminos)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1/2 lime (juice of)
3 large eggs (or egg whites)
1 tbsp oil (for frying)
12 oz package firm tofu (cubed)
7 oz cooked shrimp (small pieces)
2 medium zucchini (made into "noodles")
1 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
2 cups bean sprouts
1/4 cup peanuts
1 cup cilantro (finely chopped)
1/2 cup green onion (finely chopped)
Pinch of salt
Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, make the dressing by processing peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, fish sauce, maple syrup and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
  • Preheat large skillet on medium heat, spray with cooking spray, add eggs and cook until scrambled. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
  • Wipe clean or rinse the skillet, return to medium-high heat, swirl oil to coat and add tofu with a pinch of salt. Cook until somewhat golden brown, stirring occasionally and watching closely not to burn. Transfer to the bowl with eggs.
  • Then add shrimp, zucchini, bell pepper, bean sprouts, peanuts, cilantro, and green onion. Pour dressing over the salad, mix gently and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 kcal, Sugar 9 g, Sodium 855 mg, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

ZUCCHINI NOODLE PAD THAI



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Zucchini noodle pad thai is a low carb veggie-packed meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Made with shrimp, eggs, bell pepper and a sweet and tangy pad Thai sauce!

Provided by Denise Bustard

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup (see note 1)
2 tablespoons soy sauce (see note 2)
1 tablespoon ketchup (see note 3)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb shrimp
4 eggs (beaten)
2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
1 bell pepper (spiralized)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups bean sprouts
cilantro
peanuts
lime wedges

Steps:

  • Sauce - Shake together pad thai sauce and set aside.
  • Cook Shrimp - Heat a medium pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then add the shrimp. Cook 2-4 minutes, flipping halfway, until shrimp are cooked through and no longer pink. Transfer to a clean plate.
  • Scramble eggs - Add another 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then add the beaten eggs. Cook, scrambling with a spatula, until cooked through and scrambled. Transfer to the plate containing the shrimp. Clean the pan if necessary.
  • Sautée Veggies - Add the zucchini noodles and the bell pepper noodles, tossing with tongs and cooking for 4-5 minutes, until slightly softened. Make a space in the pan and add the garlic.
  • Combine - Fry for 1 minute. Add the shrimp, eggs, bean sprouts and pour the sauce over everything. Toss up to coat.
  • Serve - Serve with cilantro leaves, peanuts and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 322 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 449 mg, Sodium 2200 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 13 g

ZUCCHINI NOODLES PAD THAI



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A healthier adaptation of a Pad Thai recipe. Serve with extra lime wedges.

Provided by Andrea Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 57m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 large zucchini
¼ cup chicken stock
2 ½ tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 ½ tablespoons Asian chile pepper sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 ounces peeled and deveined shrimp
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons water, or as needed
3 cups bean sprouts, divided
6 green onions, chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted dry-roasted peanuts
¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Make zucchini noodles using a spiralizer.
  • Whisk chicken stock, tamarind paste, soy sauce, oyster sauce, chile pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and sugar together in a small bowl to make a smooth sauce.
  • Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Add chicken and shrimp; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Push chicken and shrimp to the sides of the wok to make a space in the center. Pour eggs and scramble until firm, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini noodles and sauce; cook and stir, adding water if needed, about 3 minutes. Add 2 cups bean sprouts and green onions; cook and stir until combined, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove wok from heat and sprinkle peanuts over noodles. Serve garnished with remaining 1 cup bean sprouts and fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 221.8 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 670.9 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

ZUCCHINI PAD THAI NOODLES "ZOODLES"



Zucchini Pad Thai Noodles

The best part about this Zucchini Pad Thai is that you can add what ever protein you want. We like to have our zucchini noodles a little on the crunchy side, so we like to cook the zucchini first, then let the water drain from the noodles before serving. The water that's reserved from the noodles won't water down any sauce or flavor in the zoodle recipe.

Provided by Todd + Diane

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium zucchini
2 Tablespoons olive oil ((30ml) , divided)
1/2 pound peeled and de-veined shrimp ((225g) or what ever protein you prefer)
3 cloves garlic (, minced or crushed)
1/2 red bell pepper (, seeded and sliced thin)
3 green onions (, sliced)
1 large egg
2 cups bean sprouts ((480ml) , about)
1/3 cup roasted peanuts ((80ml) )
1/4 cup chopped cilantro ((optional))
Few lime wedges for serving ((optional))
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar ( or distilled white vinegar (30ml) )
2 Tablespoons fish sauce ((30ml), or to taste)
3 Tablespoons ketchup ((45ml) )
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar ((5ml) )
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 small red chili (, sliced)
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (, or to taste)

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients (vinegar, fish sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, chili garlic sauce), then set aside.
  • Cut the zucchini into noodles or long pasta by using a vegetable spiralizer tool or tools mentioned in our post write up.
  • Heat a large pan on medium high heat. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil (reserve the other half for later). Then add zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the zucchini noodles are tender. Don't overcook the noodles. The zucchini noodles should be slightly crunchy with a tender bite.
  • Let the noodles rest for about 3 minutes to allow as much moisture as possible to release. Remove the noodles from the pan and drain the excess water.
  • Carefully wipe the same pan to remove the excess water, and then re-heat the pan on medium high heat. Add the remaining olive oil and garlic. Cook the garlic until soft and translucent, about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and cook until shrimp is tender and cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the bell peppers and green onions. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until tender. Add the egg and stir in with the vegetable until the egg is cooked.
  • Add the zucchini noodles back into the same pan, then add the sauce. Cook for about 1 more minutes or until the zucchini noodles are heated through. Then stir in the bean sprouts.Serve the warm zucchini pad thai noodles with roasted peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 379 mg, Sodium 2791 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 19 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZUCCHINI NOODLES PAD THAI STYLE



Zucchini Noodles Pad Thai Style image

Make and share this Zucchini Noodles Pad Thai Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katlienc

Categories     Thai

Time 20m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter
4 cups zucchini, shredded
2 cups carrots, shredded
1/3 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a frying pan.
  • Sauté zucchini and carrots in butter until soft. Approximately 10 mins.
  • Add coconut milk, lime juice, Sriracha sauce, fish sauce, onion powder, garlic powder and honey to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour peanut sauce over shredded zucchini carrot mixture and heat through, approximately 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.8, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 365, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 9.2, Protein 12.7

PALEO PAD THAI (WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES)



Paleo Pad Thai (With Zucchini Noodles) image

Make and share this Paleo Pad Thai (With Zucchini Noodles) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup fat (butter or coconut oil)
2 -3 zucchini
1 onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
3 tablespoons almond butter
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 lime, juiced
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • If you have a mandoline, get it out and start slicing the zuchinnis lengthwise. or you can use a knife to slice the zukes as thinly as you can (lengthwise). Slice the slices into thin strips, just like the shape of a spaghetti noodle. Another option, for speed, lack of the proper tools or sheer laziness, you can just chop the zukes into chunks. Not quite the same effect, but same flavor.
  • Over medium heat, melt your fat of choice. Saute the onion, garlic and ginger, until soft. Add the fish sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, lime juice, almond butter and a bit of salt. Stir to combine.
  • Add the zuke noodles to the saute pan. Stir them around to get the sauce incoporated onto the "zoodles". The point here is get the zoodles hot and very slightly cooked through (just like an al dente noodle!), about 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot. Any kind of grilled or pan seared meat or seafood would go really well with this.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.2, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 14, Sodium 389.5, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.7, Protein 4.6

Tips for Making Zucchini Noodles Pad Thai:

  • Use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin strips of zucchini.
  • Cook the zucchini noodles briefly. Overcooking will make them mushy, so cook them for just a few minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a high-quality pad thai sauce. You can find pad thai sauce at most Asian grocery stores. If you can't find it, you can make your own using a recipe from the internet.
  • Add your favorite protein and vegetables. Chicken, shrimp, tofu, and peanuts are all popular additions to pad thai. You can also add vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers.
  • Serve pad thai with a wedge of lime and a sprinkling of crushed peanuts. This will add a bright, tangy flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Zucchini noodles pad thai is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make. It is a great way to use up zucchini and it is a perfect meal for a busy weeknight. With its vibrant flavors and textures, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give zucchini noodles pad thai a try!

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