Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Peanut Salad, a delightful dish that combines crunchy cabbage, colorful vegetables, and savory peanuts all drizzled with a rich peanut dressing. Whether enjoyed as a refreshing side or transformed into a hearty main dish by adding chicken, this salad is perfect for any occasion. In just 10 minutes, you can prepare this nutritious meal packed with vitamins and healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Customize it to your liking by adjusting spice levels or adding your favorite ingredients. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying salad that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- ½ cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup red bell pepper (or hot red pepper for spice)
- ½ cup salted peanuts
- Optional: 12 ounces cooked chicken, diced
- ⅓ cup all-natural peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar (or regular vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar substitute (or regular sugar)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon ginger paste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cucumber, green onions, peanuts, red bell pepper, and chicken if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, olive oil, rice vinegar, coconut aminos, sugar substitute, garlic, ginger paste, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is well coated. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg