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Peanut Crunch Salad

A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring a mix of fresh vegetables, peanuts, and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, side
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 cup red bell pepper sliced
Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup peanuts roasted and unsalted
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter smooth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, carrots, and red bell pepper.
  2. Toss the salad ingredients together until well mixed.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sesame oil until smooth.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Top with roasted peanuts and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow the dressing to soak in.

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