Thai Crunch Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crunchy vegetables, colorful herbs, and a creamy peanut ginger sauce that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 4 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix Make sure the cabbage is fresh for the best crunch.
- 1.5 cups shredded carrots Be careful while using the grater to avoid cuts.
- 1 cup large diced cucumbers You can swap cucumbers with zucchini.
- 1 cup large diced red peppers Use a serrated knife for cleaner cuts.
Additional Ingredients
- 3-4 pieces sliced green onions Look for young green onions for a milder taste.
- 1 cup steamed edamame Frozen edamame works just as well.
Peanut Ginger Sauce
- 0.5 cup natural peanut butter Almond butter can be used instead of peanut butter.
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2-4 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust as needed for taste.
- 1 piece fresh ginger (grated) Adjust the heat level by adding more sriracha or sambal.
Toppings
- 0.5 cup chopped cilantro Can substitute with Thai basil or mint.
- 0.5 cup roasted peanuts and/or sunflower seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine shredded cabbage, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, and diced cucumbers in a large bowl and toss gently to mix.
- Add in diced red pepper, sliced green onions, and steamed edamame to enhance texture and flavors.
Sauce Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, soy sauce, and fresh ginger until creamy and smooth.
Combine Salad and Sauce
- Drizzle the peanut ginger sauce over the salad mixture and toss well to coat.
Toast Ramen Noodles
- Toast roughly broken ramen noodles in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often until golden brown.
Finish the Salad
- Sprinkle the toasted ramen, chopped cilantro, and roasted peanuts over the salad and serve immediately.
Serve
- Give it a final toss and check the seasoning, adding more sriracha or soy sauce if needed.
Notes
For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice before serving. Customize by adding proteins like chicken or tofu, and serve chilled for a refreshing bite.