This Vegan Thai Lime Peanut Cabbage Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crunchy cabbage, colorful vegetables, and a zesty lime-peanut dressing. It’s a perfect choice for a light meal or as a side dish at gatherings.
This recipe is straightforward and highlights the flavors of fresh ingredients, making it an excellent addition to any vegan menu.
Refreshing Vegan Thai Cabbage Salad
This salad features shredded cabbage, bell peppers, carrots, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a creamy lime-peanut dressing. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, bell pepper, carrots, cilantro, and green onions.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all the vegetables evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped peanuts if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
