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Thai Peanut Crunch Salad

Thai Peanut Crunch Salad
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The Thai Peanut Crunch Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that blends crunchy fresh vegetables with a creamy, bold peanut dressing. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, delivering a punchy, nutty, and tangy taste that can be enjoyed any time of day.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup chopped peanuts

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Veggies: Finely shred the cabbage and carrots, then thinly slice the green onions. Combine these in a large bowl with the roughly chopped fresh cilantro to create a crisp, fragrant base.
  2. Make the Peanut Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust with extra lime juice or honey if desired.
  3. Toss Salad and Peanuts: Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables and toss well to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top to add crunch and nutty aroma.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Optionally garnish with extra cilantro or a lime wedge, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Prepare the salad just before serving to maintain crispness.
  • If the dressing is too thick, thin it with a splash of water or additional lime juice.
  • Lightly toasting the peanuts intensifies their flavor and crunch.
  • Taste the dressing and adjust sweet, salty, or acidic elements according to preference.
  • Use a sharp knife for thin, even slicing to improve salad texture.

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Keywords: Thai salad, peanut salad, crunchy salad, easy salad recipe, gluten free salad, vegan salad

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