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Thai Crunch Slaw with Peanut Ginger Dressing

Crunchy Thai Peanut & Quinoa Salad

This delightful Thai Crunch Slaw with Peanut Ginger Dressing packs a punch of flavors and textures, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • ? cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 ? cups water
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup grated carrot
  • 1 cup thinly sliced snow peas
  • ? cup chopped cilantro
  • ? cup thinly sliced green onion
  • ? cup chopped roasted and salted peanuts for garnish
  • ? cup smooth peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • ? lime juiced
  • pinch red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • fine-mesh colander
  • medium-sized pot
  • large serving bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse the quinoa under running water in a fine mesh colander. In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and 1 ? cups water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and tamari until smooth. Add the remaining peanut sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth. If too thick, whisk in a bit of water.
  3. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cabbage, carrot, snow peas, cilantro, and green onion. Toss to combine, then pour in the peanut sauce. Toss again until everything is lightly coated in sauce. Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed.
  4. Divide into individual bowls and garnish with peanuts. Store covered in the refrigerator for about 4 days, keeping peanuts separate if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Best served fresh to maintain the crunch of the vegetables. This salad is highly customizable with various vegetables or protein additions.

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