Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing
Dive into a bowl of vibrant flavors with this Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing, a fresh and crunchy dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This no-cook recipe combines crisp broccoli florets, sweet red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and a hint of red onion, all tossed in a creamy, savory-sweet peanut dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and a touch of fresh ginger and garlic. Roasted peanuts add irresistible crunch, while chopped cilantro brings a burst of herbaceous freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful salad is perfect as a healthy side dish or a light vegan-friendly meal. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead—just refrigerate to let the flavors mingle and take it to the next level. Perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or weeknight dinners, this broccoli peanut salad is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 large Carrot
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the broccoli. Cut it into small florets.
Finely dice the red bell pepper and red onion. Grate the carrot into thin shreds using a box grater or food processor.
Chop the cilantro roughly and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth. Adjust water quantity for desired dressing consistency.
Combine the broccoli, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, red onion, and peanuts in a large mixing bowl.
Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro and a few extra peanuts for texture.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2447 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3486 mg | 74% | |
*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.
