Thai Peanut Salad
Thai Peanut Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp vegetables with a rich, creamy peanut dressing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or a light dinner, this salad bursts with sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in every bite. It’s not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ½ cup roasted unsalted peanuts (roughly chopped)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and honey. Whisk until smooth; add water if needed for consistency.
- In a large bowl, toss veggies with half of the dressing until evenly coated.
- Serve on plates or a platter, drizzling with remaining dressing and topping with peanuts and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg