Peanut Cilantro Dip Marinade Dressing

Brighten up your culinary repertoire with this versatile Peanut Cilantro Dip Marinade Dressing—a bold, flavorful blend that pulls double duty as a creamy dip, zesty marinade, or vibrant salad dressing. Made with silky peanut butter, freshly chopped cilantro, and a tangy kiss of lime juice and rice vinegar, this recipe balances savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic sesame oil for a deliciously well-rounded flavor profile. A touch of fresh ginger and garlic elevates this Thai-inspired creation, while optional chili flakes add a customizable kick of heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this multi-purpose dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, marinating proteins like chicken or tofu, or serving as a dip for fresh veggies and spring rolls. Store leftovers in the fridge and enjoy its rich, nutty goodness for up to five days! Keywords: peanut cilantro dressing, Thai-inspired dip, marinade recipe, versatile dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup peanut butter (creamy)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.25 cup cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh, grated)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and honey.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture until smooth and well-blended. If it's too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 3

Add the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and (if desired) chili flakes for a bit of heat.

Step 4

Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust quantities as needed to balance the flavors (e.g., more lime juice for acidity or honey for sweetness).

Step 5

Transfer the prepared dressing to a serving bowl or airtight container.

Step 6

Use immediately as a dip for veggies, a marinade for chicken or tofu, or a dressing for salads and bowls. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(330.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	935.6

Total Fat 74.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2276.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 34.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.2mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1035.7mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 20.1%