Description
Thai Crunch Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crisp vegetables with a creamy, slightly spicy peanut dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad bursts with flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it will impress your guests while also being a delightful way to enjoy fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the cabbage into thin ribbons. Grate the carrots, dice the bell peppers, slice the cucumber thinly, and chop the green onions.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey (or agave), and sesame oil until smooth. If needed, add a splash of water to adjust consistency.
- Combine: In a large bowl, toss together the prepared veggies and cilantro. Pour half of the dressing over the top and mix until all vegetables are coated.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add extra lime juice or soy sauce as desired. Let sit for about five minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Plate the salad and drizzle with additional dressing if desired. Garnish with extra cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg