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Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing

Cultural Context

Quinoa salad with peanut dressing draws inspiration from Thai cuisine, where fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors are celebrated. This dish combines the nutty taste of quinoa with a creamy peanut dressing, making it a nutritious and satisfying option. It's popular in health-conscious circles and can be found in various forms across the globe, often adapted with local vegetables and dressings.

ThaiTHside
25 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup quinoa
1 medium cucumber
1 medium carrot
1 medium red bell pepper
2 green onions
1/4 cup cilantro
1/2 cup peanuts
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in calories and offers a different flavor profile.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a unique taste.

1

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

2

Combine quinoa and water in a pot; bring to a boil.

3

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until quinoa is fluffy, about 15 minutes.

4

Remove from heat and let quinoa cool to room temperature.

5

Chop cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onion into small pieces.

6

In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

7

In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, chopped vegetables, and cilantro.

8

Pour peanut dressing over salad and toss to combine.

9

Top with crushed peanuts before serving.

10

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Peanut Quinoa SaladThai Quinoa Salad

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