Crunchy Thai Peanut & Quinoa Salad
Even picky eaters will find plenty to love in this crunchy, savory, fresh salad. Quick to prep, it’s a perfect addition to family cookouts and busy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Success® Quinoa
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cabbage mix
- 1/2 cup cilantro, rough chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, rough chopped
- 1/2 cup English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup red bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/4 cup peanuts, rough chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Cool.
Step 2: Mix cooled quinoa with cabbage, cilantro, mint, cucumber, carrots, and bell peppers.
Step 3: In a small bowl whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, honey, and vinegar.
Step 4: Add dressing and toss to combine. Top with peanuts.
Recipe Tips
For some heat, add chopped fresh red chili peppers to the salad.As a side dish or a light main course, this thai peanut salad really delivers! With its nutty, pungent dressing and layers of flavor, it’s a 20-minute salad with universal appeal.
