Create vibrant and delicious Thai peanut salad jars for easy meal prep. This recipe offers a balanced mix of textures and flavors, perfect for a healthy lunch on the go.
Author:Julian Vaughn
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Salad
Method:Layering
Cuisine:Thai
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup chopped red cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
1/2 cup shelled edamame
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
For the Peanut Dressing:
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2-4 tablespoons water, to thin
Instructions
Prepare the peanut dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
Assemble the jars: In each jar, layer the ingredients in the following order: dressing, edamame, bell peppers, carrots, red cabbage, quinoa, and finally cilantro and peanuts on top.
Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate.
When ready to eat, shake the jar well to distribute the dressing, then pour into a bowl and enjoy.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like cucumbers, snap peas, or broccoli.
These jars will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ensure the dressing is at the bottom of the jar to prevent the other ingredients from becoming soggy.