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Vegan Pad Thai Recipe

July 31, 2017 by April Harris 46 Comments

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Fresh veggies, a tasty sauce and comforting noodles make this Vegan Pad Thai a treat any day of the week!

Fresh veggies, a tasty sauce and comforting noodles make this Vegan Pad Thai a treat any day of the week!

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I first published this recipe back as a Meatless Monday feature back in 2015, and it is still a family favourite. With a mild but flavourful sauce, fresh, lightly cooked, nutrient filled veggies, and protein packed peanuts, my Vegan Pad Thai can fit easily into your healthy eating plan.

To make the recipe gluten free, use your favourite gluten free noodles and replace the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

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Vegan Pad Thai is quick and easy to put together, and is particularly good for those warm summer nights when you don’t want to be spending ages in a hot kitchen. It’s also perfect for Meatless Monday!

Vegan Pad Thai for Meatless Monday

Meatless Monday is about more than just going without meat one day a week. It’s about the practice of being mindful that every meal we eat is important, and that  cutting back on meat and fish can help us to achieve a healthier world, a healthier body – and a healthier budget!
Eating vegetarian or vegan food isn’t about leaving something out or missing something, it’s about enjoying really delicious food that is good for you too, like this yummy Vegan Pad Thai Recipe.

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Vegan Pad Thai Recipe

Vegan Pad Thai
My Vegan Pad Thai recipe was inspired by a recipe in a grocery store leaflet, from Waitrose. They shared a vegan pad Thai recipe that sounded delicious but there were things about it I just wasn’t sure of – among which was the inclusion of bean sprouts. I wondered if I could tweak the recipe to make an homage to a Pad Thai, that while not strictly authentic, was authentically delicious. I also wanted to explore a gluten free option.

The recipes came together quickly and I was seriously pleased with the results. Packed full of veggies and studded with deliciously crunchy peanuts, my Vegan Pad Thai was a real hit with my family. Seriously quick and easy to prepare, it has become a favourite meal in our house any day of the week!

5.0 from 7 reviews
Vegan Pad Thai
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Cook time
7 mins
Total time
27 mins
 
Author: Adapted from the Waitrose Harvest Booklet
Serves: Serves 4
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons mild olive oil or other flavourless oil
  • ¼ cup crunchy organic peanut butter
  • ¼ cup boiling water
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (1 to 2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (light if you are watching your salt or tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten free option)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 7 ounces dried medium rice noodles, or gluten free noodles of your choice
  • 1 green cabbage, finely shredded (I like to use pointed or 'sweetheart' cabbage)
  • 1 red pepper, finely sliced
  • 4 medium carrots, finely grated
  • ½ cup peanuts, finely chopped, divided
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to the boil.
  2. Heat the 2 tablespoons of oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Don't leave the pan unattended while the oil heats up.
  3. Meanwhile, mix the boiling water and the peanut butter together.
  4. Add the lime juice, soy sauce and sugar and blend thoroughly.
  5. Set aside.
  6. Add the noodles to the boiling water, separating them with a fork.
  7. Put the lid on the pan and remove from the heat. Leave the noodles to soak.
  8. Stir fry the cabbage, red pepper and carrots in the hot oil in the frying pan for about five minutes or until tender crisp.
  9. Drain the noodles thoroughly and add to the pan.
  10. Using two forks, separate the noodles and mix them through the vegetables thoroughly. Try not to break up the noodles.
  11. Add the sauce and half the chopped peanuts and warm through.
  12. Serve the Pad Thai in warmed bowls with the remaining peanuts scattered over top for garnish.
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Comments

  1. Michelle says

    January 26, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    Wow! Finally, a wonderful vegan recipe for Pad Thai! I’ve been a vegan for almost seven years and am always looking for yummy alternatives to meat and dairy. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 26, 2015 at 5:29 pm

      I’m so glad you like it, Michelle! It really has become a favourite in our house 🙂

      Reply
  2. Nicole Neverman says

    January 26, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    Wow, I never really considered the environmental impact of eating lots of meat. Thanks so much for enlightening me 🙂 This recipe sounds really delicious! Looking forward to giving it a go, Thai is my favorite!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 26, 2015 at 8:30 pm

      It really is amazing, Nicole. I was very shocked when I first learned of about it myself! Hope you enjoy the recipe – it really is tasty 🙂

      Reply
  3. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    January 27, 2015 at 1:21 am

    I am trying to find more vegan meals my hubbie will like and I think I hit the jackpot with this one!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 27, 2015 at 3:04 pm

      I’m so glad you like the recipe, Linda! I hope both you and your husband enjoy it 🙂

      Reply
  4. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    January 27, 2015 at 5:06 am

    I love the Meatless Monday movement! This dish looks scrumptious and I love the addition of cabbage!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 27, 2015 at 3:06 pm

      Thank you, Patricia 🙂

      Reply
  5. Becca @ The Earthlings Handbook says

    January 27, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    I love pad thai! Every few weeks I eat the “vegetarian pad thai” at a restaurant near work, but I have wondered whether or not they use fish sauce. Theirs may or may not contain bean sprouts–it varies depending on what’s in season–I’m okay with bean sprouts but don’t miss them when they aren’t there. Other vegetables they include that you might consider are mushrooms, bok choy, broccoli, and water chestnuts. They also include a few strips of baked marinated tofu, which is delicious and adds protein.

    I’ve saved your recipe to Pocket and plan to try it someday!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 27, 2015 at 9:52 pm

      I’m so glad you like the sound of it, Becca! Mushrooms would be a great addition and I agree, some tofu would be good too 🙂

      Reply
  6. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    January 28, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    Hi April! I’ve never done Meatless Monday, but I can completely understand and see your reasoning behind it. It’s pretty shocking when you think about the consumption of a whole family and the effects on the environment. While I’ll probably never give up fish, I could see giving up meat one day. I need to read more books about it to make my own educated choice. Nonetheless, thanks for sharing this yummy recipe!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 29, 2015 at 11:06 am

      Hi Ashley! I’m really glad you like the recipe. I’d struggle to give up fish too, it’s one of my favourite things 🙂

      Reply
  7. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

    January 29, 2015 at 2:26 pm

    April, I feel the same way. I’ve been vegetarian in the past and even vegan for a shorter time, but my husband does not thrive without some meat in his diet and I grew tired of preparing two different meals. So I buy organic, grassfed/pastured meat and poultry that has been humanely and ethically raised. And serve smaller portions. It is better for us and better for the planet. Can’t wait to try your pad thai!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 30, 2015 at 8:46 am

      It sounds like we have a lot in common, Jean! I hope you and your husband enjoy my Pad Thai 🙂

      Reply
  8. Michelle says

    January 31, 2015 at 8:47 pm

    We used to do a meatless meal once or twice a week (not Monday…just whatever day fit best in our schedules lol). For some reason, I’ve gotten out practice. And noticed an increase in the weekly grocery bill as well. I’m pinning your pad thai to my meatless board…slowly collecting some new meatless dishes so I can start back up. Thanks for sharing, April.

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      February 2, 2015 at 11:51 am

      I agree, Michelle, fitting a meatless day into your schedule is the best idea. It doesn’t have to be Monday 🙂 I’m glad you are planning to start again & I hope you enjoy the Pad Thai 🙂

      Reply
  9. Brandi Clevinger says

    February 1, 2015 at 11:52 am

    I notice that Thai dishes usually calls for peanuts. We have a peanut allergy, so how would this dish taste without the peanuts?

    Thank you for sharing at #InspireMeMondays !

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      February 2, 2015 at 11:57 am

      Hi Brandi! I think the dish would be delicious with or without peanuts. Do you have an allergy to all nuts? I’m wondering about the dressing as the peanut butter is a fairly big part of it. If you are not allergic to other nuts you could definitely replace the peanut butter with another nut butter in the dressing. However if you are allergic to nuts in general, I wonder if something like hummous or tahini might be a good replacement for the peanut butter element in the dressing. I would love to hear how you get on with the recipe. Please let me know! x

      Reply
  10. Amber says

    February 2, 2015 at 3:25 am

    This sounds really great! I am going to give this a try with gluten free noodles. Thanks for linking up with us in the #Bestoftheblogosphere! Hope to see you again this week!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      February 2, 2015 at 12:00 pm

      Thank you, Amber! The rice noodles I used were gluten free and it tasted great so I am sure any gluten free noodles will work really well 🙂

      Reply
  11. Joy @ Yesterfood says

    February 2, 2015 at 6:37 pm

    April, I deeply admire your passion for meatless meals, and definitely agree with your reasons behind them! Your Vegan Pad Thai looks wonderful- thank you for sharing it with us at Treasure Box Tuesday! Pinning~

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      February 2, 2015 at 8:08 pm

      Thank you so much, Joy, and thank you for pinning and sharing too 🙂

      Reply
  12. Michelle says

    June 15, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    Wanted to let you know I made this last week for a vegan friend who loves Thai food. It was a big hit all around!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      June 15, 2015 at 6:44 pm

      Hi Michelle! I’m so glad you made the recipe and you all enjoyed it! Thank you so much for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  13. Winnie says

    June 22, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    Ok, no doubt this is what I want for tomorrow!!
    I looooooooooove pad-thai – the veggie version, and I’d definitely ask my housekeeper to make it for us for tomorrow (I admit, I don’t cook myself…..)
    Thanks for this recipe!! 🙂

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      June 22, 2015 at 7:01 pm

      I hope you enjoy it, Winnie! It really is one of our favourites 🙂

      Reply
  14. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    January 7, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    Hi April… My sister is looking for a vegetarian Pad Thai recipe and yours looks perfect! I love your vegetarian meals…they always look so colorful, healthy and easy to make!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 8, 2016 at 10:10 am

      Hi Linda! I really hope your sister enjoys the recipe. And thank you, what a lovely compliment 🙂

      Reply
  15. Patty Haxton Anderson says

    April 1, 2016 at 4:59 pm

    Thank you for linking up at LET’S GET REAL WEEKLY LINK PARTY. Your post has been pinned to our board, tweeted and yummed.

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      April 1, 2016 at 5:40 pm

      Thank you so much, Patty!

      Reply
  16. Karen Grosz says

    April 3, 2016 at 3:13 am

    This looks yummy but I am allergic to peanuts. I wonder if I could use almond butter? Thanks for sharing on Let’s Get Real Friday Link Party.

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      April 4, 2016 at 7:21 am

      I’m sure almond butter would work really well, Karen, and it would add a lovely flavour too. You could garnish with flaked or chopped almonds as well. Please let me know how it goes when you try it!

      Reply
  17. Patty Haxton Anderson says

    August 29, 2016 at 11:49 am

    I am featuring your recipe as part of my feature section in this week’s Let’s Get Real Weekly Link Party.

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      August 29, 2016 at 2:14 pm

      Thank you so much, Patty! That is lovely news to start off the week 🙂

      Reply
  18. Debra @ Bowl Me Over says

    September 2, 2016 at 3:33 am

    Oh my goodness this Pad Thai looks so yummy!! Just wanted to pop by and check out the recipe – this looks perfect for Friday night dinner, yum!!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      September 2, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you so much, Debra. It’s definitely a favourite around here 🙂

      Reply
  19. Brooke of Passport Couture says

    January 10, 2017 at 4:09 am

    Love your thoughts on eating less meat to use less energy and contribute to a healthier world and environment. I’m definitely going to take the quiz Every Meal Counts, I’ curious to learn about the energy I use and where I can make adjustments. I also like that your recipe doesn’t use fish sauce (I don’t like it very much), so I’ll absolutely be pinning this for later!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      January 10, 2017 at 8:02 am

      Thank you so much, Brooke – and thank you for pinning too!

      Reply
  20. Judd@glutenfree A-Z Blog says

    August 1, 2017 at 12:55 am

    Pad Thai is one of my favorites. I just love the flavors and the noodles. Your recipe looks delicious

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      August 2, 2017 at 2:46 pm

      Thank you so much, Judee 🙂

      Reply
  21. Claire says

    August 8, 2017 at 7:25 am

    Whoo this does look tasty. I could just try some right now 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays.

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      August 8, 2017 at 7:40 pm

      Thank you so much, Claire 🙂 Have a lovely week ahead!

      Reply
  22. Patrick says

    August 13, 2017 at 10:59 pm

    I love pad Thai and this looks strllar

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      August 14, 2017 at 6:11 am

      Thank you, Patrick 🙂

      Reply
  23. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    August 17, 2017 at 11:27 pm

    April, I love your Vegan Pad Thai and have shared it with family and friends. So easy and healthy!

    Reply
    • April Harris says

      August 18, 2017 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you so much, Linda, and thank you for sharing too!

      Reply

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