Spicy Peanut Salad

This Spicy Peanut Salad combines fresh vegetables with a zesty peanut dressing, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor in every bite. It's a perfect balance of heat and nuttiness, making it a satisfying and nutritious dish.

Ingredients

• Cabbage (green or Napa) - 100g, finely shredded
• Carrot - 50g, julienned
• Cucumber - 50g, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 50g, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 10g, chopped
• Peanuts (unsalted) - 30g, roughly chopped
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Peanut butter (smooth) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili garlic sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Honey or agave syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, and honey until smooth and well combined.
3. Pour the peanut dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all the vegetables are coated.
4. Add the chopped peanuts, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again to mix.
5. Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, promoting heart health.

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