Soy-Free Asian Peanut Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with crunch, this Soy-Free Asian Peanut Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic favorite, perfect for those avoiding soy without sacrificing flavor. Loaded with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy red cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and vibrant bell peppers, this salad is as nutritious as it is colorful. Tossed in a creamy homemade peanut dressing infused with zesty lime, fresh ginger, and a hint of spice from chili flakes, each bite is a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet. Topped with roasted peanuts for an irresistible crunch, this salad is quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and serves as a light yet satisfying main course or side dish. Whether you're catering to dietary needs or simply looking for a wholesome, flavorful addition to your meal rotation, this soy-free salad is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Red cabbage
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
• 0.25 cup Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Natural peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red cabbage and add it to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and julienne the carrot, and slice the cucumber into thin half-moons. Add both to the bowl.

Step 4

Julienne the red bell pepper, and slice the green onions thinly. Add them to the salad mixture.

Step 5

Chop the cilantro leaves coarsely and scatter them over the salad.

Step 6

To make the dressing, finely mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss all the ingredients together until everything is well coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the roasted peanuts on top for added crunch before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, soy-free Asian peanut salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1135.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1263.2

Total Fat 83.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1620.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 62.9g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 399.0mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 3146.2mg	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: 54.4%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 32.3%