Vegetarian Classic Thai Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Bright, colorful, and bursting with authentic Thai flavors, this Vegetarian Classic Thai Salad is a refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce, vibrant red cabbage, crunchy carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes, every bite is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. A zesty homemade dressing made with lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and a hint of red chili brings the signature Thai balance of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavors to life. Topped with fragrant cilantro, green onions, and roasted peanuts for delightful texture and aroma, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an easy, nutritious choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy it as a light main course or a vibrant side dish that will leave your taste buds craving more! Keywords: vegetarian Thai salad, Thai-inspired salad recipe, quick Thai salad, fresh Thai recipes.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 2 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Red cabbage
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 Lime
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 small Fresh red chili

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Wash and dry all fresh produce thoroughly.

2. Thinly slice the Romaine lettuce and red cabbage. Set them aside in a large salad bowl.

3. Peel and julienne the carrot into thin matchsticks.

4. Thinly slice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add all vegetables to the salad bowl.

5. Chop the fresh cilantro and slice the green onions, then add them to the bowl along with the roasted peanuts.

6. For the dressing, juice the lime into a small mixing bowl.

7. Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic to the lime juice.

8. Finely slice the red chili, adding it to the dressing for extra spice, and whisk in the sesame oil until well combined.

9. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, tossing everything gently until evenly coated.

10. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for optimal freshness.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (234.1g)

Calories		211
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.1 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	1.9 g	9%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.4 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		388 mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate		19.4 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	19%
	Total Sugars	9.8 g
Protein		7.5 g	15%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		76 mg	6%
Iron		1.9 mg	10%
Potassium		605 mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 475 cal (52.4%%)

Protein: 121 cal (13.4%%)

Carbs: 309 cal (34.2%%)