Bright, Bold, and No Cooking Required: Glass Noodle Salad for Hot Days

When the stove’s off limits, turn to this no-cook glass noodle salad that brings Southeast Asian flavors into your kitchen with ease. Every bite is a mix of cooling herbs, fiery chili, and juicy prawns.
The dressing is layered with flavor: anchovy for saltiness, lime juice for tang, and tamarind for sweet-sour balance. Red chili delivers heat, while makrut lime and shallots keep things aromatic. Olive oil adds smoothness, making the dressing cling beautifully to the noodles.
Mix softened noodles with prawns, chopped herbs, and crisp cucumber. Letting it rest for 15 minutes makes all the difference—every element gets time to soak up the dressing.
It’s a light yet satisfying dish you’ll come back to all season. Prep it ahead, pack it for lunch, or serve it as a side at your next BBQ.