Vibrant and refreshing zucchini noodles are tossed in a flavorful Thai-inspired peanut sauce for a savory dish of Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles. Top them off with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for maximum flavor and texture!

Silver tongs grabbing zucchini peanut noodles.

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

Welcome to where flavor meets health with these zucchini noodles with peanut sauce! If you have ever had Thai peanut noodles, then you are bound to love this healthy, veggie-packed version with all of the same flavors!

Peanut sauce is incredibly easy to make. All you have to do is mix together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime, water and honey. These simple ingredients have all the nutty, savory, tangy and sweet flavors you need for a well-rounded peanut sauce that ties together all of the sautéed veggies and aromatics!

Serve your Thai peanut zucchini noodles as a side dish to your favorite proteins or toss in some chicken, shrimp or tofu right into it before serving!

zucchini peanut noodles on a serving tray with silver tongs.

Ingredients Needed

  • Zucchini: I absolutely love turning zucchini into noodles because it is tender and you can get nice, long noodles to soak up the beautiful peanut sauce. You can sometimes find them already in spirals at the store! This would also work with spiralized carrots or spaghetti squash!
  • Red Cabbage: Slice it into this strips! It will get tender in the pan but still have a bit of crunch.
  • Yellow & Green Bell Pepper: I like to use a combination of yellow and green pepper but you can use whichever bell pepper you have on hand! Green is a bit more bitter whereas yellow, orange and red bell peppers are sweeter.
  • Garlic & Ginger: For aroma and flavor!
  • Cilantro: Fresh cilantro is a must on top of these Thai peanut noodles. It adds so much freshness and flavor!
  • Peanut Sauce: For a creamy Thai-inspired peanut sauce, combine creamy peanut butter, lime, soy sauce, water and honey.
Vegetables sliced and prepped for Thai peanut zucchini noodles.

How to make zucchini noodles

  1. Make the Noodles: Spiralize the zucchini noodles. You can use either a handheld zoodler or a food processor with the spiralize attachment.
Zucchini inside a food processor.
  1. Make the Peanut Sauce: Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup. Whisk to continue until smooth and lump free, set aside.
Peanut sauce in a measuring cup with a small whisk.
  1. Sauté Vegetables & Aromatics: Add olive oil to a large skillet. Add in cabbage and bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for an additional minute.
Veggies being sautéed in a white skillet on the stove.
  1. Remove & Stir: Remove the pan from the heat and add in the zucchini noodles and peanut sauce and toss to combine. I prefer not to cook my zucchini noodles, I find that they get pretty soggy/watery when cooked, however you can heat them up in the pan if you prefer!
  2. Serve: Serve the noodles either warm or cold with the chopped cilantro on top and chopped peanuts if desired!
Zucchini noodles and vegetables being tossed with peanut sauce.

How to spiralize zucchini

You can use either a hand held spiralizer or add an electric attachment to your Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer or a Food Processor!

Tips for Success

  • Add extra veggies! You can add any veggies you’d like, but try shaving carrots into this along with green onions or mushrooms!
  • Add Protein! Add in some pre-cooked chicken or shrimp to make this a hearty meal!
  • For more carbs, make whole grain noodles on the side and add them as well. All of the noodles and vegetables will be delicious together!
Thai peanut zucchini noodles in a white bowl with a fork.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make peanut zucchini noodles ahead of time?

If you need to make this recipe ahead of time, I recommend making each component separately and then combining them in the pan when you are ready to serve. You can prep all of your veggies and store them in airtight containers in the fridge. Then make your peanut sauce and store it separately until you are ready to cook!

How should I serve zucchini noodles?

Serve these peanut zucchini noodles along with Thai chicken, or Thai satay chicken with peanut sauce! Or, you can pair your saucy noodles with some Thai salmon and a side of rice.

How do you store leftover Thai peanut vegetable noodles?

You can store any leftover Thai peanut zucchini noodles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Reheat to your liking! We eat these cold!

Tongs grabbing a portion of zucchini noodles with peanut sauce.

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    Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

    5 from 5 votes
    Vibrant and refreshing zucchini noodles are tossed in a flavorful Thai-inspired peanut sauce for a savory dish of Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles. Top them off with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for maximum flavor and texture! 
    Author: Kelley Simmons
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Serves 4
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    Ingredients 

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 2 medium zucchini, cut into zoodles
    • 1 cup red cabbage, sliced thin
    • 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 small green bell pepper, sliced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp ginger, minced
    • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

    Peanut Sauce

    • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 small lime, juiced
    • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp water
    • 1/2 tbsp honey

    Instructions

    • Spiralize zucchini noodles.
      A close-up of a food processor filled with spiralized zucchini noodles, perfect for making Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles, showing the clear plastic bowl and metallic base.
    • Add olive oil to a large skillet.
      Add in cabbage and bell peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes.
      Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for an additional minute.
      Sliced purple cabbage, yellow bell pepper, and green beans are being sautéed in a white frying pan on a black stovetop, creating the perfect colorful base for Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles.
    • Remove the pan from the heat and add in the zucchini noodles and peanut sauce and toss to combine. (I prefer not to cook my zucchini noodles I find they get pretty soggy / watery when cooked however you can heat them up in the pan if you prefer)
      A hand with pink nail polish uses tongs to lift Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles—spiralized vegetable noodles mixed with purple cabbage, carrots, herbs, and a creamy sauce—from a white dish.
    • Serve the noodles either warm or cold with the chopped cilantro on top and chopped peanuts.

    Peanut Sauce

    • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup.
      Whisk to combine until smooth and lump free, set aside.
      A metal whisk in a glass measuring cup filled with brown sauce or batter—perfect for Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles—marked up to 500 ml, sits on a white surface.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 374mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1137IUVitamin C: 94mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
    Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles, chopped vegetables, and peanuts are sautéed in a white pan. Metal tongs are lifting some of the noodle mixture, which includes purple cabbage, green zucchini, and herbs.

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