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Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad featuring cooked quinoa, fresh vegetables, and an aromatic peanut dressing. This salad balances crunchy textures with creamy, tangy flavors and fresh herbs, making it a perfect light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups quinoa, cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 mango, cut into cubes
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 3 tbsp chopped basil
  • 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp chopped mint
  • 3 tbsp peanuts

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2–3 tablespoons warm water, to thin if necessary

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled quinoa with shredded red cabbage, chopped cucumber, mango cubes, sliced scallions, chopped basil, cilantro, mint, and peanuts. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly and set aside while preparing the dressing.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or blender, mix together the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Blend or whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, gradually add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Toss the Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared peanut dressing over the quinoa salad. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the salad is well-coated with the flavorful dressing.

Notes

  • You can substitute tamari for soy sauce to make this salad gluten-free.
  • Adjust the honey or maple syrup amount according to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Use chopped peanuts or peanut butter with no added sugar for a healthier option.
  • The salad can be served immediately or chilled for an hour to let flavors meld.
  • Add extra crunchy vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for more texture.
  • For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.

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