Description
Thai Crunch Salad CPK Copycat (with peanut ginger sauce) is a vibrant dish that combines an array of fresh vegetables with a creamy, spicy peanut ginger dressing. This salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also offers a nutritious, colorful option that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a stunning side at dinner, this dish is sure to impress. With its delightful crunch and customizable ingredients, it caters to various dietary needs, making it an excellent choice for everyone. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures while reaping its health benefits!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1 cup shredded red or napa cabbage
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup diced red pepper
- 3–4 sliced green onions
- 1 cup steamed edamame
- 1 ½ cups bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural)
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or sambal
- 2–3 tablespoons soy sauce (tamari)
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger (more to taste)
- 1 clove garlic
- 2–4 tablespoons water
- 1 cup cilantro, Thai basil, mint chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts and/or sunflower seeds
- 1 package ramen noodles, roughly broken and toasted
Instructions
- Wash and shred all vegetables. Dice cucumbers and red peppers.
- Steam edamame according to package instructions; let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and water until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine all prepared vegetables and steamed edamame. Toss gently with freshly chopped herbs.
- Drizzle the peanut ginger sauce over the salad mixture and toss to combine.
- Top with roasted peanuts or sunflower seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg