Description
Experience a taste sensation with Thai Peanut Salad, a refreshing blend of crisp vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing. This vibrant dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners. Easy to prepare and customizable, this salad promises to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for something deliciously different.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Veggies: Wash and chop the mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if necessary.
- Toss It Together: In a large bowl, combine chopped vegetables and dressing; toss until evenly coated.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle with crushed peanuts and sesame seeds for added texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired; serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg