Description
Peanut Crunch Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fresh mixed greens with crunchy roasted peanuts, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion. This salad bursts with flavor and texture, making it a satisfying option for lunch or dinner. With its quick preparation and customizable ingredients, Peanut Crunch Salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- 1 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
- For the Dressing: 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables. Slice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and shred the carrots.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and a little water until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrots, and peanuts.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until well-coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or lime juice if desired.
- Serve immediately on plates or bowls garnished with extra peanuts and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg