Fresh Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Sauce
A vibrant and nutritious salad packed with crunchy vegetables and protein-rich quinoa, drizzled with a delicious homemade peanut sauce.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3/4 cup white quinoa Rinsed before cooking
- 1 1/2 cups red cabbage Thinly sliced or shredded
- 1 medium carrot Grated
- 1 medium red bell pepper Sliced
- 2 pieces green onions Chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup cashews (or peanuts)
Peanut Sauce
- 1 batch peanut sauce Adjust water for desired consistency
Instructions
Cooking the Quinoa
- Rinse the quinoa to remove any bitterness, then combine 3/4 cup rinsed quinoa with 1 1/4 cups water in a saucepan.
- Bring it to a simmer, cover, and cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Preparing the Peanut Sauce
- While the quinoa simmers, prepare the peanut sauce and adjust the water to achieve your desired consistency for drizzling.
Chopping the Vegetables
- Thinly slice or shred the red cabbage, grate the carrot, slice the red bell pepper, chop the green onions, and mix in the fresh cilantro in a large bowl.
Assembling the Salad
- Once the quinoa has cooled, add it along with the nuts to the vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle with the homemade peanut sauce and toss everything well to combine.
- For an extra touch, add more nuts or cilantro on top.
Notes
Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice right before serving for bright flavors. This salad can be paired with grilled chicken or tofu for a complete meal.