Crunchy Thai-Inspired Salad with Peanut Dressing

 

 

Credit @healthygirlkitchen 

 

This vibrant, crunchy salad is loaded with colorful veggies, plant-based protein, and healthy fats to keep you full and energized. With gut-loving fiber from cabbage and carrots, anti-inflammatory herbs and spices, and satisfying tofu and cashews, it checks all the boxes for a nourishing, balanced meal. Plus, the creamy peanut dressing is so good, you’ll want to drizzle it on everything!

 

Ingredients

Salad:

 • 3 cups chopped green cabbage

 • 2 cups chopped purple cabbage

 • 1 cup diced cucumber

 • ½ cup sliced green onion

 • 1 cup diced bell pepper

 • 1 cup shredded carrots

 • ½ cup chopped cilantro

 • 1 cup air-fried tofu

 • ½ cup chopped roasted cashews

 

Dressing:

 • ½ cup peanut butter

 • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

 • 1 tsp sriracha

 • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

 • 1 tbsp lime juice

 • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil

 • 1 tbsp maple syrup

 • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

 • 1 tsp minced garlic

 

Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth. Toss with salad or store separately. Keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days!