Thai Quinoa Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Thai Quinoa Salad, a delightful blend of crunchy vegetables and fluffy quinoa, all enveloped in a creamy peanut sauce. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a nourishing weeknight dinner, this salad is as visually appealing as it is satisfying. Each bite delivers a refreshing crunch paired with rich flavors that will impress friends and family alike while maintaining a focus on nutrition. Perfectly versatile, it can be enjoyed as a main dish or side, and is also great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup cashew halves
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha hot sauce
- Water to thin (if necessary)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, warm peanut butter and honey together until smooth.
- Stir in remaining peanut sauce ingredients until creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all chopped vegetables.
- Add cooked quinoa to the veggies and drizzle with peanut sauce; mix gently.
- Top with cashews and garnish with green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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