Description
This Spring Roll Salad with Peanut Dressing is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and herbs, offering a delightful crunch with every bite. The creamy peanut dressing adds a rich, nutty flavor that perfectly complements the crispness of the salad ingredients, creating a refreshing and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Salad Base:
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Peanut Dressing:
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1–2 tablespoons water (to thin, as needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, cilantro, and mint.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Add water gradually to the dressing until desired consistency is reached.
- Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time; however, it is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the vegetables.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Feel free to add protein such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: no-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of salad with dressing
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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