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Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad
[Vegan]

AR By: Alyssa Rimmer

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Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad [Vegan]

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Vegan

This kind of reminds me of a super healthy version of pad thai. Like a pad thai but in crunchy salad form. The blend of vegetables gives the salad the perfect mixture of flavors and textures. The carrots and bell peppers bring a hint of sweetness, while the broccoli and... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad [Vegan]

For the Salad:

3 cups cooked quinoa
1/2 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup red bell pepper, julienned and cut into 2" strips
1 cup spinach, chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup peanuts, chopped (optional)

For the Dressing:

2 tablespoons organic peanut butter
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon gluten-free tamari
1 teaspoon brown rice vinegar
Juice of half a lime
2 - 3 tablespoons water (to thin the dressing)

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How to Prepare Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad [Vegan]

Add all the salad ingredients into a large bowl, minus the broccoli and dressing.
Gently steam the broccoli for 2 minutes (or 40 seconds in the microwave) and transfer to the salad bowl. Toss ingredients together to combine.
Drizzle dressing over salad and toss again until everything is incorporated and evenly covered by the dressing.
Serve immediately or store in fridge and serve when desired.
Enjoy!

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.