Spicy Thai Salad

This Spicy Thai Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and herbs, combined with a zesty dressing that packs a punch. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, it's both refreshing and invigorating.

Ingredients

• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (kosher) - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - ½ teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and mint.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, chili flakes, and minced garlic until smooth.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
4. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added crunch and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Contains healthy fats from peanut butter and sesame seeds.

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