Thai Quinoa Salad | UPMC HealthBeat

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.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

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

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

Remove from heat and let quinoa cool to room temperature.

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

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

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

Pour peanut dressing over salad and toss to combine.

Top with crushed peanuts before serving.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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