⏱ 55 min total

Paleo Pad Thai

Name: Paleo Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ tbsp Lime juice; ⅛ tsp Garlic; ⅛ tbsp Ginger root; ⅛ tsp Red wine vinegar; ¹⁄₁₆ cup Almond butter; ¹⁄₁₆ cup Coconut milk; ½ tbsp Coconut oil; ¼ medium Onion; ¹³⁄₁₆ cup chopped Broccoli; ⅜ cup raw Baby bok choy; 1 ½ medium Scallions; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ cup Cashews; ¼ medium squash Spaghetti squash

Per 1 serving · 618 g · 14 ingredients

Calories

497

25%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
14g
10% of calories
Carbs
50g
37% of calories
Fat
32g
53% of calories

Portion

✓ Low sodium
✓ Cholesterol free

At a glance

One serving of Paleo Pad Thai (618 g) has 497 calories, with 14 g of protein, 50 g of carbohydrates and 32 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (53% of calories). It is high in protein (28% DV), dietary fiber (40% DV) and Vitamin A (29% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat, which provides 60% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

81cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

2.8g

Net carbs

39g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

11g

16 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein28%
Dietary fiber40%
Vitamin A29%
Vitamin C112%
Vitamin E23%
Vitamin K116%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Riboflavin (B2)14%
Choline10%
Selenium19%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat60%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 15 minCook 40 min

1
Place a metal steamer basket in a large pot with three inches of water. Steam the spaghetti squash for 20 minutes, or until tender. Allow it to cool slightly for handling.
2
While the squash is cooking, blend lime juice, ginger, garlic, and vinegar until smooth. Add almond butter and coconut milk, blending until combined. Reserve 1/4 cup for the dish and store the rest.
3
Once cool, scoop the spaghetti squash from its skin using a fork to create strands. Set aside.
4
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 8-10 minutes until soft. Add broccoli and cook for 10 minutes until tender. Stir in bok choy and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted. Add squash and scallions, stirring briefly.
5
Top with toasted cashews and the tangy sauce. Garnish with crushed red pepper if desired. Serve hot.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (618 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	261 μg	29%
Vitamin C	101 mg	112%
Vitamin D	0 μg	0%
Vitamin E	3 mg	23%
Vitamin K	139 μg	116%
Thiamine	0.3 mg	26%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	14%
Niacin	5 mg	32%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	52%
Folate (B9)	130 μg	33%
Vitamin B12	0 μg	0%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	44%
Choline	55 mg	10%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	223 mg	22%
Iron	5 mg	66%
Potassium	1,163 mg	25%
Magnesium	200 mg	48%
Phosphorus	372 mg	53%
Zinc	3 mg	31%
Copper	1 mg	117%
Manganese	2 mg	72%
Selenium	10 μg	19%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	82 μg	—
Arginine	1 g	—
Aspartic acid	1 g	—
Beta carotene	664 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.1 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.3 μg	—
Fructose	1 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	3 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.4 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	0.5 g	—
Lactose	0.2 g	—
Leucine	1 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	1 g	—
Maltose	0.2 g	—
Methionine	0.1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	11 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	5 g	—
Proline	0.5 g	—
Retinol	0 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	8 g	—
Sucrose	3 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	0.4 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	0 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	0.4 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 497 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

94min
Walking (3.5 mph)
60min
Cycling (moderate)
41min
Running (6 mph)
70min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Paleo Pad Thai?

One serving of Paleo Pad Thai (1 serving) has 497 calories, which works out to 81 calories per 100 g. That is about 25% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Paleo Pad Thai high in protein?

It provides a solid 14 g of protein per serving (28% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 10% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Paleo Pad Thai keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 39 g of net carbs and 37% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Paleo Pad Thai?

121 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).

How much sugar is in Paleo Pad Thai?

16 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (618 g)

Calories497

% Daily Value*

Total fat 32g	41%
Saturated fat 12g	60%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 121mg	5%
Total carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary fiber 11g	40%
Total sugars 16g
Protein 14g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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