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5 Minute Crunchy Asian Lime-Peanut Slaw
5 from 21 votes

5 Minute Crunchy Asian Lime-Peanut Slaw

This Asian-inspired slaw features crisp English cucumber, vibrant bell peppers, and fresh carrots, all coated in a zesty lime and ginger peanut dressing. The peanut butter provides a creamy texture that complements the crunch of fresh vegetables, while chopped peanuts add an extra layer of nutty flavor. Ideal for quick preparation, this slaw offers a bright, tangy side dish or a standalone light meal with refreshing herbal notes from cilantro and scallions.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 167 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups English cucumber
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 2 carrot
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1 scallion thinly sliced on a bias, bunch
  • 3 lime
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 2 teaspoons ginger freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 chili flakes pinch
  • 1/4 cup roasted , honey roasted peanuts (roughly chopped, plus more to garnish)
  • salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl bowl, whisk together the juice of 3 limes, peanut butter, grated ginger, rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and canola oil.
  2. Season to taste with chili flakes, salt and pepper.
  3. Peel the carrots and cucumbers.
  4. Using a spiralizer make noodles out of the cucumber, carrots and bell peppers.
  5. The bell peppers won't come out as noodles per se but they will be sliced thinly and that works.
  6. Add the prepared cucumbers, red bell peppers, carrots, cilantro, scallions and peanuts to the large bowl with the dressing.
  7. Toss everything well.
  8. Garnish with peanuts (use honey roasted if you can, trust me!).

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
  • Try honey roasted peanuts for garnish if available to add a subtle sweetness and crunch.
  • Peeling the carrots and cucumbers before spiralizing helps improve texture and appearance.
  • This salad is best served immediately to retain the crispness of the vegetables.

Nutrition Information

Calories 167kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 43mg (14%) Sodium 75mg (3%) Potassium 461mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 3184IU (64%) Vitamin C 40mg (44%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 167

% Daily Value*

Calories 167kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 75mg 3%
Potassium 461mg 10%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 3184IU 64%
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.