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Thai Quinoa Salad

July 29, 2020 by Kimberly Killebrew Ā· 38 Comments

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The flavors in this vibrant Thai Quinoa Salad are out of this world!Ā  Featuring a peanut sauce dressing and loads of colorful veggies, this tasty and pretty salad is bound to be a hit at your next gathering!

thai quinoa salad recipe peanut sauce dressing vegetarian vegan gluten free

Thai Quinoa Salad

Here is a healthy and delicious salad you can proudly serve at your next picnic, potluck, BBQ or family dinner.Ā  It features an array of vibrant colors, crunchy textures and is tossed with a fabulous peanut dressing.Ā  It’s sure to be a hit!

This recipe calls for quinoa, an extraordinarily healthy grain, but you can also substitute any other grain of your choice.Ā  Likewise the peanut dressing used in this recipe can be used for a variety of other applications including a dipping sauce, a sauce for grilled and baked chicken and pork and for other salads.

This salad is naturally gluten free and vegan (simply swap out the honey for a liquid sweetener like agave) and is high in protein and vitamins.

Can It Be Made In Advance?

Yes!Ā  Simply prep the veggies and peanut dressing ahead of time, cook and refrigerate the quinoa, and then toss everything together just before serving.Ā  It’s ready in a snap!

Let’s get started!

Add all the chopped veggies and herbs to a large bowl and toss to combine.

combining vegetables in bowl

Add the cooked, chilled quinoa and stir to combine.Ā  Make sure the quinoa is thoroughly chilled through to prevent it from becoming mushy.

thai quinoa salad recipe peanut sauce dressing vegetarian vegan gluten free

Add all the peanut dressing ingredients in a bowl or blender and puree until the sauce is smooth.Ā  This time I placed everything in a bowl and used an immersion blender.

thai peanut dressing recipe

Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and stir to combine.Ā  Serve immediately.

Refrigerate any leftovers and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy!

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For more delicious and healthy salads try our:
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thai quinoa salad recipe vegetarian vegan gluten free

Thai Quinoa Salad

Kimberly Killebrew
A delicious blend of flavors, textures and colors, this healthy salad is bound to be a hit at your next gathering!
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5 from 17 votes
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Thai
Servings 6
Calories 237 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked quinoa (about 1 cup uncooked) , thoroughly chilled (careful not to overcook to avoid it from being mushy)
  • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
  • 3/4 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely sliced
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • For the Peanut Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter (smooth or chunky, your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce (for gluten free use tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • Juice of one lime
  • 1 tablespoon honey (vegan: use liquid sweetener of choice)
  • 2 teaspoons finely minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional) (vegan: omit)
  • 1-2 teaspoons lemongrass paste (optional but fabulous)
  • 2-3 tablespoons hot water (add more if you want a thinner dressing)

Instructions
 

  • Place the veggies and herbs in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine.  Add the chilled cooked quinoa and stir to combine.
  • Add the peanut dressing ingredients to a blender (or bowl and use immersion blender) and puree until smooth.
  • Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and stir to combine.  Serve immediately.

Notes

To make it in advance, prep the veggies and peanut dressing in advance, cook and refrigerate the quinoa, and then simply toss everything together just before serving.Ā  Ready in a snap!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 411mg | Potassium: 418mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3645IU | Vitamin C: 41.3mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2.1mg
Keyword Thai Quinoa Salad
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Originally published on The Daring Gourmet on June 30, 2018

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38 Responses

  1. Wanda says

    September 3, 2020 at 9:53 am

    Delicious!,! A helpful note is that it’s 3 cups cooked quinoa, which I think is about 1 cup dry. I cooked up 3 cups dry and it was obvious that was not right.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      September 7, 2020 at 10:35 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Wanda, thank you! And thanks for the feedback, I’ve added that note.

      Reply
  2. Kelly says

    August 14, 2020 at 2:29 am

    Such a refreshing salad full of wonderful flavors! Love the smashing technique!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      August 14, 2020 at 12:33 pm

      Thank you, Kelly!

      Reply
  3. Kevin says

    August 10, 2020 at 8:32 am

    I love this for a side dish! Love all those colors!

    Reply
  4. karen krause says

    August 9, 2020 at 12:50 pm

    Looks delicious. I just quick pickled some red cabbage before I saw this recipe – think I should rinse it before using it to make this salad?

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      August 12, 2020 at 12:24 am

      Rinsing probably isn’t necessary, Karen. The bit of tang may even add a nice flavor component.

      Reply
  5. kerri says

    August 3, 2020 at 6:42 pm

    I love all the flavors in this!

    Reply
  6. Jacque Hastert says

    August 3, 2020 at 10:21 am

    This salad is fantastic! I can’t wait to enjoy it again. It was perfect for lunch yesterday and will be just as good tomorrow.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      August 3, 2020 at 5:58 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Jacque, thank you!

      Reply
  7. katerina says

    July 30, 2020 at 11:47 am

    What an amazing salad!! I love the flavors!

    Reply
  8. Beti says

    July 30, 2020 at 11:46 am

    Such a fresh and delicious salad!! I can’t wait to try it! :)

    Reply
  9. Catalina says

    July 30, 2020 at 7:55 am

    What a great and easy summer side dish idea. It looks amazing!

    Reply
  10. Sara Welch says

    July 29, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    Gave this a try with dinner and it was the perfect side dish! So light with the right amount of flavor!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      July 29, 2020 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you, Sara, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  11. Cindy says

    January 23, 2020 at 8:20 am

    This is such a beautiful looking salad and tastes as good as it looks. The dressing is fantastic. I made the dressing with PB2 (low fat powdered peanut butter) and didn’t miss the fat of regular peanut butter, otherwise made as directed. A keeper and worthy of printing out for my favorite recipe booklet! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      January 23, 2020 at 10:02 am

      That’s wonderful, Cindy, thank you so much!

      Reply
  12. Lucie Maranda says

    July 7, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    Delicious, fresh, colorful and healthy. Appreciated by everyone, a well balanced salad.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      July 7, 2019 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you, Lucie, I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it!

      Reply
  13. Natalie Loftus says

    July 10, 2018 at 11:18 pm

    Absolutely delicious! I made this for a potluck over the weekend and not a speck was left, everyone loved it. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      July 10, 2018 at 11:22 pm

      Wonderful, Natalie, I’m so glad to hear it, thank you!

      Reply
  14. Amy says

    July 8, 2018 at 8:42 am

    The colors of this are absolutely amazing! I cant wait to see the textures when I have a bite!

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