Description

Chopped Rainbow Salad Bowls with Peanut Sauce are a vibrant, colorful mix of fresh vegetables tossed in a creamy, savory peanut dressing. This nutrient-packed salad is full of crunch, flavor, and textures, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal or side dish.

Ingredients

2 cups red cabbage, finely chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cooked edamame (optional)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
For the Peanut Sauce:
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Water to thin as needed

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Instructions

Prepare all the vegetables by chopping, dicing, and shredding as noted. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
Add water gradually to thin the dressing to desired consistency.
Pour the peanut sauce over the chopped vegetables and toss well until evenly coated.
Garnish with green onions and fresh herbs if using.
Serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Add protein like grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp for a complete meal.
Substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for different flavor.
Include nuts or seeds such as chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, or sunflower seeds for extra crunch.
Swap edamame with chickpeas or black beans for plant-based protein.
Add a spicy kick with sriracha or red pepper flakes.
Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator up to 3 days.
Stir before serving as peanut sauce may thicken upon refrigeration.
Not recommended for reheating.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook / Mixing
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 320
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg