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Thai Peanut Salad, Cabbage Salad, Tofu Salad, Crunchy Salad

Thai Peanut Salad: 10 Reasons to Love This Crunchy Delight


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  • Author: Margaret
  • Total Time: 60 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant Thai Peanut Cabbage Salad with Tofu that’s quick, nutritious, and delicious, perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu (14 ounces)
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce, Tamari, or Liquid Aminos
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Garlic Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Creamy Natural Peanut Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce, Liquid Aminos, or Tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • Pinch Cayenne (for an extra kick if desired)
  • 24 tablespoons Water (as needed)
  • 1 Romaine Heart (chopped)
  • 1 Green Cabbage (shredded)
  • 1/2 Red Cabbage (small, shredded)
  • 16 ounces Frozen Shelled Edamame
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 1 bunch Green Onions (sliced)
  • 1/3 cup Peanuts (roughly chopped if desired)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • Sesame Seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and chili garlic sauce until well combined.
  3. Gently add the cubed tofu to the sauce mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.
  4. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss again.
  5. Spread the tofu onto your prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a bowl.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, green cabbage, red cabbage, edamame, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
  8. Pour about ¾ of the Peanut Sesame Dressing over the salad and toss well.
  9. Transfer the salad to a platter and top it with the crispy tofu, peanuts, extra green onions, and cilantro.
  10. Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 20 min
    • Cook Time: 40 min
    • Category: Salad
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Thai

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 320 kcal
    • Sugar: 8 g
    • Sodium: 600 mg
    • Fat: 24 g
    • Saturated Fat: 4 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 23 g
    • Fiber: 6 g
    • Protein: 12 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg