Description
Thai Peanut Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together crisp vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a nutritious side, this salad is highly versatile. With options to add grilled chicken or tofu, it can easily transform into a satisfying main course. Each bite bursts with flavor and texture, making it an irresistible choice for health-conscious food lovers. Whether served at a gathering or enjoyed as a light lunch, this Thai Peanut Salad will delight your taste buds and leave you feeling energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- ½ cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper (or spicy hot red pepper)
- ½ cup salted peanuts
- Optional: 12 ounces diced cooked chicken
- Dressing: ⅓ cup all-natural peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon sugar (or substitute)
- minced garlic
- ginger paste
- red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cucumber, green onions, red bell pepper, peanuts, and optional chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to one hour before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg