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Thai Crunch Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing

Thai Crunch Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing that Pops with Flavor

A vibrant Thai Crunch Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing bursting with flavor and freshness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage or Coleslaw Mix
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage or Napa Cabbage
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 cup Cucumbers
  • 1 cup Red Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions
  • 1 cup Steamed Edamame
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts
  • 1 each Red Serrano Pepper For added heat
  • 1 pkg Ramen Noodles Toasted for crunch
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Optional
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha or Sambal
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp Fresh Ginger
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Water To adjust consistency
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Cilantro, Thai Basil, Mint) For garnish
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts or Sunflower Seeds

Equipment

  • blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by shredding the cabbage, placing it in a large mixing bowl. Slice cucumbers, red pepper, and green onions into thin pieces, and grate the carrots. Add all veggies with bean sprouts and steamed edamame into the bowl.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast peanuts and sunflower seeds for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Break ramen noodles into smaller pieces and spread on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 6-8 minutes until golden.
  4. In a blender, combine peanut butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, sesame oil, sriracha, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Blend until smooth, adjusting consistency with water if needed.
  5. Pour two-thirds of the dressing over the chopped vegetables and toss gently to coat. Leave some dressing to serve on the side.
  6. Dish out the salad into serving bowls, top with toasted nuts and remaining ramen noodles, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Prepare the dressing and toast peanuts or noodles in advance for quicker meal prep. Store salad and dressing separately for best freshness.

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