Thai Peanut Salad Dressing
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Thai Peanut Salad Dressing
Description
This Thai Peanut Salad Dressing mixes creamy peanut butter with soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh lime juice, honey or maple syrup, finely minced garlic and ginger, sesame oil, and optional sriracha for heat. Water is added gradually to reach the desired consistency, resulting in a smooth, pourable sauce.
The dressing’s profile combines the richness and nuttiness of peanut butter and sesame oil with the brightness of lime and vinegar, sweetness from honey, and warmth from ginger and garlic. Soy sauce adds umami depth, and sriracha adjusts the spice level. It complements salads with crunchy veggies or can be used as a flavorful dip or sauce for proteins.
Preparing the dressing ahead allows flavors to meld; shake or whisk well before serving. The recipe suggests refrigeration for up to one week, with freezing possible for longer storage. The creamy texture depends on using smooth peanut butter and unrefined sesame oil.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup peanut butter creamy
- 2 Tbsp. soy sauce or Tamari
- 2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1-2 Tbsp. honey or pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp. ginger or finely minced fresh ginger, paste
- 1 tsp. garlic finely minced
- 1 tsp. sesame oil
- ½-1 tsp. Sriracha sauce optional
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients, except for water, to a medium-sized bowl. Whisk to combine. Slowly add in water until your desired consistency is reached.
- Use immediately or store Thai peanut dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week between servings. Bring to room temperature and stir well before using.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter and unrefined sesame oil for a smooth dressing texture.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for 4 to 6 months.
- Shake or stir well before serving to re-emulsify ingredients.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to adjust spiciness to taste.
- Versatile for salads, dipping crunchy veggies, or drizzling over cooked meats.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 349mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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