Rice Noodles are often used in Asian dishes like pad thai, curries, and stir-fries. They are an excellent light, gluten-free option that have a mild flavor, helping the rest of the dish shine. So if you’re looking for some different noodle dishes or you’re gluten-sensitive, then this is the list for you. Enjoy!

1. Roasted Acorn Squash, Sage, and Pecan Sauce with Rice Noodles

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This amazing Roasted Acorn Squash, Sage, and Pecan Sauce with Rice Noodles dish by Teri Macovei is buttery and nutty, slightly salty and sweet, and a lot delicious. It’s an irresistible comforting dish made in just a little over 30 minutes.

2. Indian-Style Coconut Rice Noodles

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This Indian-Style Coconut Rice Noodles dish by Pavani Nandula is a quick and easy recipe. It is perfect to make for a quick breakfast or lunch. Toasted Coconut adds lots of flavor to the dish.

3. Curried Chewy Rice Noodles

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These Curried Chewy Rice Noodles by Kathleen Henry are coated in a zesty curry sauce paired with savory minced broccoli and mushrooms, with a little spicy Thai kick!

4. Sweet Meatballs With Peanut Rice Noodles

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This Sweet Meatballs With Peanut Rice Noodles recipe by Jacinthe Vigneault marries sweet and savory and channels Thai cuisine. You will just love the “meatiness” of the meatballs, you could almost be fooled into thinking it is meat. And for all of you who have issues with gluten, well, it is gluten-free. This recipe is also SUPER packed with protein to keep you full.

5. Vietnamese Sweet Potato Rice Noodles With Kale

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These Vietnamese Sweet Potato Rice Noodles With Kale by Juli Novotny are surprisingly simple to make and will become a go-to meal in your weekly lineup. The sweet potato noodles are coated in a cream, well-spiced almond butter sauce and finished with some lemon-infused kale.

6. Bok Choy and Brown Rice Noodle Bowl

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This Bok Choy and Brown Rice Noodle Bowl by Maria and Alyssa is a great dinner if you are looking for an easy meal that’s also delicious. The lightly sautéed vegetables provide a nice crunch to the chewy rice noodles and the tasty broth. This recipe contains super clean food for your body.

7. Black Rice Noodle and Vegetable Stir Fry

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Need a dish that is quick, easy, and filling? Brussels sprouts and other fresh, green veggies are stir-fried with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, then combined with black rice noodles. With sautéed Cremini mushrooms and soy sauce added, you have a dish that tastes umami and fresh while the rice noodles provide a pop of purple color that contrasts all the greenery. This Black Rice Noodle and Vegetable Stir Fry by Lilia Jankowska is spectacular!

8. Khao Soi: Thai Cut Rice Noodle Soup

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This Khao Soi: Thai Cut Rice Noodle Soup by Kimberly Espinel is full of healthy vegetables and tasty rice noodles. The khao soi paste gives it a burst of bright flavors and ties the dish together. This soup is perfect for a chilly winter evening.

9. Tofu Teriyaki With Rice Noodles

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Skip the bottle of store-bought teriyaki sauce because the homemade sauce in this dish will blow that out of the water. This Tofu Teriyaki With Rice Noodles by Kimberly Espinel transforms tofu into a burst of flavor first by marinating it, baking it, then tossing it in tangy teriyaki sauce. It’s served with rice noodles and broccoli, but feel free to swap them for your favorite veggies and grains!

10. Grilled Pineapple and Vegetables Rice Noodle Bowl

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Made with grilled pineapple, zucchini, and red peppers then quickly stir-fried with mushrooms, edamame, rice noodles, and a sweet-spicy sauce, this Grilled Pineapple and Vegetables Rice Noodle Bowl by Rini Desai is a quick and utterly delicious dinner. The combination of grilling and sautéeing brings out the best in each of the vegetables, while the sauce is easily customized to your level of desired spiciness or sweetness. Those caramelized bits of pineapple, combined with the spice in the sauce knock this dish out of the ballpark.

11. Rice Noodle Salad With Pineapple Thyme Dressing

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Can you believe that in just ten minutes or less, you can make this Rice Noodle Salad With Pineapple Thyme Dressing by Taryn Fitz-Gerald? Rice noodles and zucchini ribbons set the base for a topping of bell peppers, strawberries, onions, and thyme. The tangy pineapple thyme dressing ties the whole dish together.

12. Pancit Palabok: Filipino Rice Noodles and Vegetables

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Pancit Palabok is a Filipino dish that’s great for potlucks, parties, and gatherings. The traditional version contains rice noodles that are served with seafood and blanketed in a fishy sauce. This Pancit Palabok by RG Enriquez replaces seafood with tofu and vegetables and the rice noodles are blanketed in a creamy, savory sauce.

13. One-Pan Mushrooms With Noodles

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The rice noodles in this recipe are sautéed with mushrooms in an umami sauce until the sauce has reduced. These One-Pan Mushrooms With Noodles by Sami Berger is an easy weeknight meal that’s ready in less than 20 minutes and is made in just one pan, making clean-up a breeze. It’s savory, substantial, and it’s sure to earn a spot in your weekly meal rotations.

14. Singapore Noodles

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These Singapore Noodles by S.C. Chuang will become your new favorite Chinese takeout recipe! These thin rice noodles have a subtly sweet flavor and an appealing springy-chewy texture, with just a slight slipperiness. Stir-fried with tofu, red bell peppers and vegetables, soaked up the flavors from soy sauce, minced garlic, and the signature curry powder. This popular takeout stir-fry is made at home- simply done in under 20 minutes!

15. Forbidden Rice Curry Noodle Bowl

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This Forbidden Rice Curry Noodle Bowl by Liz Martone is a hearty yet refreshing dish. Forbidden rice is another name for black rice, which has a distinctive, nutty taste that pairs so perfectly with the fiery flavors in the curry. This dish uses forbidden noodles and a rich, creamy curry for the base and then supplements this amazing combination with tender shoots of broccoli, yellow onion, and a squirt of lime juice.

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