Thai Mad Salad
A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring fresh vegetables, zesty dressing, and crushed peanuts, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed salad greens Feel free to use your favorite greens like spinach or arugula.
- 1 cup shredded carrots Use fresh carrots for the best texture.
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Any color bell pepper works.
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced Persian or English cucumbers are ideal.
- 1/4 cup red cabbage, shredded Add more for extra crunch and color.
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed Toast for better flavor if desired.
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Replace with parsley if you prefer.
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lime juice Fresh lime juice is recommended.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter Almond or sunflower seed butter as alternatives.
- 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil Adds depth to the dressing.
- 1 clove garlic, minced Adjust garlic to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix together the salad greens, shredded carrots, sliced bell pepper, sliced cucumber, shredded red cabbage, and fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the veggies.
- Top with crushed peanuts before serving.
- Serve fresh for the best texture and taste.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding red pepper flakes or ginger to the dressing. Adjust ingredients to personal preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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