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Thai Quinoa Salad

May 17, 2023 by Kimberly Killebrew Ā· 38 Comments

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The flavors in this Thai Quinoa Salad recipe are out of this world!Ā  Ā Vibrant colors, crunchy textures, and a fabulous peanut dressing come together to create a healthy, delicious, and visually pretty salad that is guaranteed to be a hit at your next dinner gathering!

thai quinoa salad recipe peanut sauce dressing vegetarian vegan gluten free

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 Thai Quinoa Salad 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!

Thai Quinoa Salad Recipe

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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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!
Print Recipe
5 from 18 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes 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. Erin says

    July 8, 2018 at 6:45 am

    This was delicious and so easy to make! !

    Reply
  2. Catalina says

    July 7, 2018 at 12:46 pm

    I was looking for a quinoa recipe.

    Reply
  3. Krista says

    July 7, 2018 at 10:15 am

    I love a good quinoa salad! I have to make this!

    Reply
  4. I Heart Naptime says

    July 6, 2018 at 7:35 pm

    Yum, looks delicious!

    Reply
  5. Dorothy says

    July 6, 2018 at 5:41 pm

    Quinoa is becoming one of my favorite ingredients. It has so much protein. The best part is that it lets the other ingredients shine through!

    Reply
  6. Meghan says

    July 6, 2018 at 10:42 am

    Loving all the delicious flavors in this salad! Perfect for a picnic!

    Reply
  7. Barbara says

    July 4, 2018 at 7:04 am

    This is so pretty, it reminds me of sitting outside a small restaurant in Province eating a salad. When asking for a salad the man nodded saying “I fix” we never knew exactly what we would get but they were always delicious & so different. Thank you for giving this memory for today.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      July 4, 2018 at 10:20 am

      Thanks for sharing that, Barbara, and Happy 4th!

      Reply
  8. Allyson Zea says

    July 3, 2018 at 12:27 pm

    I love quinoa! Can’t wait to try this out!

    Reply
  9. Dee says

    July 2, 2018 at 9:21 pm

    Delicious! I love how colorful this dish is!

    Reply
  10. Dorothy at Shockinglydelish says

    July 2, 2018 at 6:47 pm

    All of those beautiful veggies make this dish! This is going on our menu this week.

    Reply
  11. Delaney | Melanie Makes says

    July 2, 2018 at 5:54 pm

    I would love to eat this right now!

    Reply
  12. Anna says

    July 2, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    This quinoa salad is right up my alley! Sounds so tasty!

    Reply
  13. Demeter says

    July 2, 2018 at 10:34 am

    This looks fabulous! So pretty and such delicious flavors!

    Reply
  14. Paula - bell'alimento says

    July 2, 2018 at 10:25 am

    I’ve been eating a lot more quinoa in salads lately. This looks incredible.

    Reply
  15. Jacque Hastert says

    July 2, 2018 at 10:04 am

    This salad sounds fantastic! All the flavors combine together sound amazing!

    Reply
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