High Protein Creamy Peanut Dressing

Elevate your meals with this High Protein Creamy Peanut Dressing, a velvety blend of smooth peanut butter and protein-packed silken tofu. Bursting with bold flavors from freshly grated ginger, zesty lime juice, and a hint of maple syrup, this quick 10-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet. It's 100% vegan, easy to prepare, and highly versatile—ideal for drizzling over salads, grain bowls, or doubling as a flavorful dip for veggies. With just the right touch of spice from optional cayenne, this nutrient-rich dressing transforms simple dishes into irresistible creations while catering to high-protein and plant-based diets.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1 cup silken tofu
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by draining the silken tofu of excess water. This can be done by gently pressing it between paper towels.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the peanut butter, silken tofu, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, water, salt, and cayenne pepper if using.

Step 3

Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on your equipment.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice for tanginess, more maple syrup for sweetness, or additional salt to enhance the flavors.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Stir the dressing before serving as it may slightly thicken in the fridge. If needed, thin it out with a little water until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Serve the creamy peanut dressing over salads, grain bowls, or as a tasty dip for vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(494.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982.0

Total Fat 67.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2134.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 851.2mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 340.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 21.3%