Thai-style vegetable salad
Discover a vibrant and refreshing Thai-style vegetable salad made with crunchy carrots, sweet shallots, and red pepper, topped with roasted peanuts and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, this easy recipe bursts with bold flavors and a hint of spice from chili powder.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
2 carrots5 shallots
1 red pepper
1/3 cup peanuts
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp sugar
This Thai-style vegetable salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines crisp vegetables with the vibrant and distinct flavors of Thai cuisine. It's a perfect option for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, bringing together zesty lime, crunchy peanuts, and a hint of spicy chili.
Instructions:
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, add the peanuts.
- Toast them for about 3-5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally to avoid burning, until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chili powder, lime juice, and sugar.
- Whisk the mixture together until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the julienned carrots, sliced shallots, and red bell pepper strips.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
- Toss everything together until well coated.
- Roughly chop the toasted peanuts and sprinkle them over the salad.
- Give the salad one final gentle toss to distribute the peanuts evenly.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld together.
Tips:
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the salad.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
- To keep the peanuts crunchy, add them just before serving.
- If you prefer a sweeter dressing, you can increase the amount of sugar or add a touch of honey.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
- Use a vegetable peeler to julienne the carrots easily, or buy pre-shredded carrots to save time.
This Thai-style vegetable salad is not only delicious but also quick to prepare. It's an excellent way to enjoy fresh vegetables in a tangy and spicy dressing. Serve it immediately to enjoy the crisp texture of the vegetables.
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 120kcal
Protein 4.49g
Carbohydrates 14g
Fiber 4.00g
Sugar 8g
Fat 6g
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