Who ever said veggies were boring? This Spiralized Thai Salad is all veggie, all raw, and exploding with flavor! If you aren’t a veggie lover yet, you will be after tasting this gluten-free and vegan spiralized salad!
It’s time to break out those spiralizers my friends! You can’t get anymore “spiralized” than with this salad! I think I felt inclined to post this recipe after I was putting together Saturday’s ReDux post and remembered my love of the Raw Balsamic Tahini Beet Noodles. Spiralizing things just automatically makes the dish fancier and tastier. (Spiralize is also a crappy word to write. I always feel like it’s spelled wrong and my computer definitely does!) I’ll get over that though since this spiralized Thai salad must be shared! Spiralizing is the one “food fad” that I will gladly embrace. However, if you’re going to spiralize something, let’s stop with the boring zucchini noodles please. Step it up! If you don’t know where to start, I have a few ideas including this one today.
What did I spiralize for this salad you may be asking. Well, I spiralized a daikon and cucumber. Two perfect veggies for spiralizing because of there shape and you don’t have to peel anything. Along with these two veggies, there’s thinly sliced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and bamboo shoots! To make these veggies all the more Thai, I added coconut vinegar, coconut, cilantro, and of course some coriander! This salad comes together super quick too, you’ll just need to refrigerate it and allow it to marinate before serving for optimal taste 😉 (Think you can wait that long?)
This dish is also a great way to use the uncommon veggie, daikon. It’s a mild type of Asian radish that really has no taste, but is super crunchy and eaten raw, but you can roast them! I think I had first tried daikon in one of my first produce boxes from Frieda’s and ever since, I’ve loved them. I find them right with all the cabbage, beets, and radishes at my grocery. They’re just cut in random lengths and thrown in a basket. Sometimes they are huge, other times there are smaller cuts, so it’s always a hit-or-miss with buying size. Daikon also has some great greens growing from it’s root. So if you can buy a whole daikon radish with greens still attached, do it!
Maybe you’re noticed a theme here, but the “weird” veggies you see in the grocery and most likely pass up in favor of your comforting old zucchini and celery, are actually pretty cool! Let this be another lesson in not judging a veggie or fruit by it’s “cover” 😉 If you do, you’ll never know the greatness you’re missing out on! So let’s end that once and for all with this salad!
Raw Spiralized Thai Salad
Raw Spiralized Thai Salad
Who ever said veggies were boring? This Spiralized Thai Salad is all veggie, all raw, and exploding with flavor! If you aren’t a veggie lover yet, you will be after tasting this gluten-free, paleo, and vegan spiralized salad recipe!
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
- 1 Medium Daikon (spiralized with the C blade)
- 1 Large Cucumber (Spiralized with the C blade)
- 1 Small Green Bell Pepper (cut thin lengthwise sticks)
- 1 Cup Shredded Tri-Colored Carrots
- 1 Cup Sliced Bamboo Shoots
- 2 TB Raw Coconut Vinegar
- 2 TB Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Coriander
- 1/2 TB Dried Cilantro
- A Dash of White Pepper
Instructions
- Wash, spiralized, and prepare all your veggies. You may need to cut the daikon and cucumber spirals so they aren’t too long.
- Toss everything in a large mixing bowl. Add the vinegar, coconut, and spices. Toss to coat.
- Place in the fridge to marinate and chill for at least an hour before serving.
Ready to never eat boring common veggies again? Actually, I must admit, boring raw veggies will always be my favorite. I could eat raw beets, zucchini, celery, carrots, even just plain lettuce and I’d be happy, but I’m just an extreme veggie lover. Don’t get me wrong though, weird veggies like daikon and celeriac are near and dear to this veggie lover’s heart too! In the word’s of Frieda’s, “Fear no fruit!” (or veggie in this case). 😉 I want you to take me seriously when I say I’m challenging you this week to pick up at least ONE new to your veggie or fruit! I guarantee you will be glad you did! Make something fun and tag me on twitter or instagram (@rebeccagf666) showing me how you used it!
So tell me:
+ Have you ever tried daikon?
+ Any veggie of fruit you’ve been curious to try, but haven’t?
*Recipe linking up for the week! Allergy Free Wednesdays, #RecipeOfTheWeek, #StrangeButGood, Real Food Friday, Gluten-Free Fridays,Tasty Tuesdays, Savoring Saturdays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Meatless Mondays, Lena’s Tasty Tuesdays, TFFM Meatless Monday, Waste Not Want Not!*
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kimmythevegan says
September 2, 2015 at 11:38 pmOooh what a yummy sounding salad. And spiralizing it just make it extra fun =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
September 3, 2015 at 1:44 amSpiralizing is the best way to make food extra fun!
Raia says
September 2, 2015 at 6:02 pmOooh, I love spiralizing things. 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
September 2, 2015 at 6:10 pmAdult-childish fun 😉
Raia says
September 2, 2015 at 9:22 pmHaha. 😀
Deborah Davis says
August 31, 2015 at 11:23 pmYum! I could eat this dish every day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
September 1, 2015 at 7:46 amFor sure!
Miz Helen says
August 31, 2015 at 12:10 pmYour Raw Spiralized Thai Salad looks delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 31, 2015 at 12:21 pmThank you!
Amila @ Food Corner says
August 30, 2015 at 7:14 pmwow!Great salad.I can feel the crunchiness of it.And a fantastic name of it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 30, 2015 at 7:58 pmThanks!
Honest mum says
August 30, 2015 at 5:11 amOh wow , such a refreshing salad!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 30, 2015 at 7:14 amThanks!
kristiina says
August 30, 2015 at 1:07 amJust pinned this to my paleo pinterest board….looks so fresh and light. Thank you!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 30, 2015 at 7:18 amWell thank you!!!
Stephanie says
August 29, 2015 at 8:22 pmThis is such a beautiful salad!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 29, 2015 at 10:33 pmThanks!
Angela @ Setting My Intention says
August 29, 2015 at 5:10 pmI love daikon – it’s used a lot in Korean food. This looks delicious! I’ll have to look into “spiralizing”.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 29, 2015 at 6:07 pmEveryone needs a spiralizer!
Emily @A Tiny Fork says
August 29, 2015 at 12:06 pmMy roommate in college had a sprializer and I used to make salads like this all of the time…I miss those! I need to invest in one – looks beautiful and delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 29, 2015 at 12:09 pmYes! I can’t recommend getting on enough!
Julie is Hostess At Heart says
August 29, 2015 at 9:03 amThis is a great way to make salads. It is so beautiful and sounds delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 29, 2015 at 10:19 amThank you Julie!
nutritious deliciousness says
August 28, 2015 at 2:14 pmLooks delicious! I love my spiralliser!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 28, 2015 at 2:47 pmThank you!
Marla says
August 28, 2015 at 10:11 amHi Rebecca,
I just bought one of those spiralizer this summer and I love it. This salad looks wonderful and love all the healthy ingredients.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 28, 2015 at 11:13 amWoohoo! Such a great purchase!
Emma says
August 28, 2015 at 9:13 amI’ve still never tried anything spiralized but this looks really tempting. I love Thai salads anyway.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 28, 2015 at 11:09 amAnd spiralized just makes them better 😉
Miss Polkadot says
August 27, 2015 at 6:42 pmWow, so many different colourful vegetables in one dish – that’s food for the eyes for sure. If only I had a spiralizer – yes, being on a strict budget that doesn’t allow for any more huge purchases is so. much. fun. Not.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 27, 2015 at 6:44 pmWell I hope you get one soon! You would have a ton of foodie fun!
Lisa B. says
August 27, 2015 at 1:53 pmRebecca, this looks really good. I don’t have a spiral cutter but if I did, I would definitely be making this.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 27, 2015 at 2:39 pmAll the more reason to get one!
Ashley says
August 27, 2015 at 1:44 pmWhat a beautiful and delicious looking dish! I really like all the spiralized recipes I have been seeing! Sharing your post on Twitter!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 27, 2015 at 2:36 pmYou must get a spiralizer if you don’t have one!
Marie@The Interior Frugalista says
August 27, 2015 at 1:21 pmI have a spiralizer on my Christmas list this year and so I’ve pinned your fabulous recipe to try if Santa is good to me. Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 27, 2015 at 2:44 pmYES!!!! I got my for Christmas 2 years ago and it was bliss!
Easy Peasy Life Matters says
August 26, 2015 at 8:21 pmThis looks beautiful and delicious! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 27, 2015 at 1:49 amThanks!
Kati says
August 26, 2015 at 2:32 pmThis looks amazing! I love my spiralizer, one of my favorite new kitchen tools. Now I need to see if I can find a daikon radish…
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 26, 2015 at 4:15 pmThey are so fun to have!
Amanda says
August 26, 2015 at 1:22 pmthis looks so incredibly fresh! love the thai flavors you have going on – pinning and sharing!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 26, 2015 at 1:24 pmThank you Amanda!
Kathy says
August 26, 2015 at 12:57 pmAnother fabulous recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 26, 2015 at 12:58 pmThanks!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
August 25, 2015 at 2:11 pmI’ve been on the fence about getting a spiralizer – and then I see this – love all the colorful spirals and that shredded coconut!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 25, 2015 at 4:22 pmDon’t be on the fence!!! Get one, get one!!!!
Sarah | Well and Full says
August 25, 2015 at 9:05 amThese noodles look so light and refreshing! I’m a huge fan of “boring” veggies too, but this salad is definitely not boring!! 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 25, 2015 at 9:10 amI don’t discriminate on the veggies either 😉
Julia says
August 24, 2015 at 9:03 pmThis is my kind of salad!! I love that it is raw and those Thai flavors are great!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 25, 2015 at 7:57 amThank you!
Sarah says
August 24, 2015 at 8:19 pmThis looks so good!! So fresh and full of flavor!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:27 pmThank you!!!
Evolve with Mary says
August 24, 2015 at 5:14 pmMy boyfriends Mom turned me onto the vegetable spiralizer and now I can’t live without it. Your Thai salads looks divine.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 5:15 pmShe’s a keeper then 😉
Haley says
August 24, 2015 at 5:00 pmThis salad looks yummy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 5:14 pmThanks!
Beth says
August 24, 2015 at 4:55 pmHave you tried spiralized rutabaga, yet? It’s delicious as a pasta substitute.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 5:14 pmYup! Just like any veggie!
Heather@hungryforbalance says
August 24, 2015 at 3:31 pmI have never tried daikon radishes before. And, I have never thought to spiralize a cucumber. Both good things for me to try! Thanks for the recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 3:57 pmThe cucumber is the ultimate veggie to spiralize!!!
Brittany @ brittanyholtz.com says
August 24, 2015 at 2:43 pmI love thai and am obsessed with my spiralizer so I can”t wait to try this recipe. Glad I discovered your blog – can’t wait to check out more.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 2:56 pmThank you so much Brittany! Glad you found me too! Thai is amazing right? And spiralizing automatically makes things even better!
Jenn says
August 24, 2015 at 2:33 pmI love daikon. And I love bamboo shoots (I know a lot of people find them slimy, but I adore them!). This salad looks so light and fresh. Beautiful!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 2:54 pmI love them!! I always rinse them off from the can, but I don’t think they’re slimy at all!
Michele @ paleorunningmomma says
August 24, 2015 at 2:14 pmI’ve never tried daikon but I have been curious for a while! It’s about time I break out my spiralizer. I’ve gotten lazy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 2:54 pmDo it!!!!! No more laziness!
Rachel @ Athletic Avocado says
August 24, 2015 at 2:12 pmit’s way too hot to cook anything right now, that’s why this is perfect! yum 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 2:41 pmTotally! Thanks girl!
Brooke @ Silver Lining says
August 24, 2015 at 1:33 pmI have to admit I’ve never purchased a daikon. But this looks so yummy, so now I’m dying to try it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 2:55 pmYou would love it!
Lisa @ RunWiki says
August 24, 2015 at 12:59 pmI need to get on the spiral and Daikon wagon! My spiralizer is stored in the garage because I have a very small kitchen and I forget it’s out there until I see yummy recipe like this. Thank you for his and the love– right back at ya. xoxo
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 1:01 pmGet that bad boy out! It will make you feel better 😉
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says
August 24, 2015 at 12:52 pmThis salad is so amazing Rebecca! It looks amazingly simple, but then has a fresh list of flavorful ingredients!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 1:01 pmThank you so much Alisa!!
Sina @ Vegan Heaven says
August 24, 2015 at 12:23 pmThis looks so delicious, Rebecca! 🙂 Can’t wait to give it a try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 1:00 pmThank you Sina!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors says
August 24, 2015 at 12:18 pmOk I’m super excited for new veggies to try. I haven’t had daikon raw before. That’s gotta change. Love these flavors. Ps I need to try that raw beet salad as well!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 1:02 pmTRY IT ALL!!!
Melissa says
August 24, 2015 at 11:14 amOoh i’m always looking for ways to use my spiralizer – this looks great!! Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:26 amThank you Melissa!
Tina Muir says
August 24, 2015 at 10:58 amI LOVVVVEEE raw salads, and I LOOOVE thai style! This sounds like just what I need to get back to healthy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:26 amI hope you got a spiralizer for your wedding 😉
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
August 24, 2015 at 10:45 amI love daikon! My parents live in Asia so I get to eat a lot of it whenever I visit. I actually don’t find it bland, but maybe it’s because I always have it in hearty Chinese dishes/stews where it’s been braised and simmered for hours and hours. This spiralized Thai salad sounds delish!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:26 amThank you dear! Haha, I don”t know how to describe the taste. How would you describe it?
Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
August 24, 2015 at 10:26 amI love this! I picked up a daikon a few weeks ago but ended up having to toss it because it stayed in my fridge so long and I didn’t really know what to do with it. I wish I would’ve seen this salad then, it looks fantastic!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:23 amNow you know 😉 Never let it go to waste! You could always just chop it up and toss is raw and crunchy in any side salad!
Katie says
August 24, 2015 at 10:16 amI’m still behind the eight ball with the whole spiralizer thing, but this is making me wish I had one!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:25 amYou won’t regret buying one!
Linda @ Veganosity says
August 24, 2015 at 10:05 amOh, I forgot to add, GORGEOUS pictures!
Linda @ Veganosity says
August 24, 2015 at 10:05 amThis is a beautiful salad, my friend. I love all of the spices and herbs, Thai food is one of my favorites. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:24 amThai is the best! Thank you Linda! xoxo
Regan @ The Healthy Aperture Blog says
August 24, 2015 at 9:45 amOh, this is beautiful! Yum!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:24 amThanks Regan!
Kaitie says
August 24, 2015 at 9:43 amthis looks so good! I love your bowls and plate by the way – so pretty! I’ma leo loving the fact that this is perfect for the summer – no cook and so easy to enjoy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:22 amThank you Kaitie!! My mom got me the bowl and plate at Christmas time, haha!
Melissa @ vegan does it says
August 24, 2015 at 9:37 amThis salad looks so tasty and I love bamboo shoots. So good! Daikon is a new one for me, but I’m going to keep an eye out for it. I’ve resisted buying a spiralizer because I really don’t need anymore kitchen gadgets, but maybe it’s time 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:22 amNo girl, you NEED a spiralzier!
Christie says
August 24, 2015 at 9:23 amI adore daikon but rarely but it. It is going on my grocery list today. Sounds amazing
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:24 amThank you!! Yes, pick some up!
Trish says
August 24, 2015 at 9:06 amThis looks so yummy! I have not used a spiralizer yet, but need to!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 11:21 amYes you do!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
August 24, 2015 at 8:29 amI want the salad, I want the bowl and plate, and I totally agree with you about trying the more unusual vegetables and fruits!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:56 amHaha, yes!!! Thank you so much Dorothy! xoxo
Farrah says
August 24, 2015 at 8:20 amThis looks amazing! <3 I still need to attempt to find coconut vinegar somewhere! *-*
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:57 amJust order it on Vitacost!
Marye says
August 24, 2015 at 8:01 amThis looks so good, it’s so colorful! I love it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:57 amThank you Marye!
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says
August 24, 2015 at 7:55 amThe Raw Balsamic Tahini Beet Noodles have a blog recipe brother now!!! And you know why I am especially excited? BAMBOO SHOOTS!!!!!!! I love those things! I really don’t even know where they come from or what part of the plant I’m eating, but I love them in stir fries and I know I would love them in raw noodley doodley doos too!! Never tried (or seen) daikon, but based on googling it look like a giant carrot, so perfect for spiralizing! This definitely brightened my Monday, thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:59 amYes they do!!
Omg! Me too! Those and water chestnuts which are right next to each other on the Asian aisle 😛
It is like a carrot!!!! Hahahahaha! The Asian carrot 😉
Sending even more good fruity vibes you way today!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
August 24, 2015 at 7:52 amyum this looks amazing! Daikon is really the same as radish I think? Very creative thanks for linking up today
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 8:59 amLike I said in the post, it’s a variety of radish, but an Asian native plant.
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
August 24, 2015 at 7:46 amLove the creative veggies! And if anyone tries to tell me that veggies are boring, I will slap them. Don’t insult my food.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 9:00 amI’m wish you there! Gotta teach those people!
Annmarie says
August 24, 2015 at 7:39 amSeriously, I need to give this a try- I haven’t made anything sprialized in so long!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 9:01 amDO it!!! Spiralizing will always brighten your day 😉
Kat | curlsnchard.com says
August 24, 2015 at 7:27 amFirst off, gosh I love those pictures <3 Now if that doesn't look appetizing, I don't know what does! I still don't own a spiralizer and I feel like I'm literally the only food blogger who doesn't 😀 I didn't know coconut vinegar existed, but it sounds like something I would love 😉 Oh, and I've never tried daikon, I don't think I can find it here…But, I'm going to keep my eyes peeled and see if it pops up in some of the more ethnic food stores around here!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 7:41 amGet one!!! They aren’t even expensive!!
They say raw coconut vinegar is even better than apple cider vinegar 😉
They WILL have it at an Asian market for sure, but otherwise I just always see it at my normal hometown grocery, haha! Super crisp, crunchy, and white!
P.S. Thank you! xoxo
Abigail says
August 24, 2015 at 7:21 amFirst of all, I love your bowl! This salad looks so deliciously good and with such tasty flavors and textures, how can I resist? I love it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 7:24 amDouble thank you Abigail!
Kristina @ Love & Zest says
August 24, 2015 at 6:31 amYUM!!! I love spiralized veggies!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
August 24, 2015 at 7:24 amWho doesn’t!?