Peanut Cilantro Dip Marinade Dressing
Brighten up your culinary repertoire with this versatile Peanut Cilantro Dip Marinade Dressing—a bold, flavorful blend that pulls double duty as a creamy dip, zesty marinade, or vibrant salad dressing. Made with silky peanut butter, freshly chopped cilantro, and a tangy kiss of lime juice and rice vinegar, this recipe balances savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic sesame oil for a deliciously well-rounded flavor profile. A touch of fresh ginger and garlic elevates this Thai-inspired creation, while optional chili flakes add a customizable kick of heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this multi-purpose dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, marinating proteins like chicken or tofu, or serving as a dip for fresh veggies and spring rolls. Store leftovers in the fridge and enjoy its rich, nutty goodness for up to five days! Keywords: peanut cilantro dressing, Thai-inspired dip, marinade recipe, versatile dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup peanut butter (creamy)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh, grated)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and honey.
Whisk the mixture until smooth and well-blended. If it's too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time to achieve your desired consistency.
Add the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and (if desired) chili flakes for a bit of heat.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust quantities as needed to balance the flavors (e.g., more lime juice for acidity or honey for sweetness).
Transfer the prepared dressing to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Use immediately as a dip for veggies, a marinade for chicken or tofu, or a dressing for salads and bowls. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.2 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2277 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*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.
