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Peanut Crunch Salad: A Refreshing and Easy Recipe!

Peanut Crunch Salad is a refreshing and easy recipe that combines crunchy vegetables and peanuts with a flavorful dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and chopped peanuts. Toss gently to mix the vegetables and peanuts evenly.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
  4. For best flavor, let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu to the salad.
  • Substitute the peanuts with cashews or sunflower seeds for a different crunch and flavor.

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