Crunchy Thai Peanut Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant, crunchy salad with shredded vegetables, edamame, and creamy peanut dressing. Ready in 20 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
02 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
03 - 1 cup shredded carrots
04 - 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked and cooled
05 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

→ Peanut Dressing

08 - 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
09 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
14 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
15 - 1 clove garlic, minced
16 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water as needed

→ Toppings

17 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
18 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, shredded carrots, cooked edamame, sliced red bell pepper, sliced scallions, and chopped cilantro.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined. Gradually add water until the dressing reaches a pourable consistency.
03 - Pour the peanut dressing over the prepared vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Top with chopped roasted peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, and additional fresh cilantro if desired.
05 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added brightness and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in the time it takes to shred vegetables, no stove required.
  • The peanut dressing is so creamy and balanced you'll want to drizzle it on everything.
  • Every bite delivers a satisfying crunch that keeps you coming back for more.
  • It holds up beautifully for lunch prep and tastes even better after the flavors meld.
02 -
  • If your peanut butter is thick or natural with separated oils, stir it well before measuring or your dressing will be grainy.
  • Add the water slowly to the dressing, you can always thin it more but you can't take it back once it's too loose.
  • Toss the salad just before serving or the cabbage will start to wilt and lose its crunch.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry skillet for two minutes, it makes them taste ten times nuttier and more fragrant.
  • If you're meal prepping, keep the peanuts separate until serving so they stay crunchy instead of soggy.
  • Use a mandoline to shred the cabbage and carrots quickly and evenly, your knife hand will thank you.
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