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A colorful bowl of high protein Thai quinoa salad with purple cabbage, edamame, and peanut dressing.
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High Protein Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry white quinoa
  • 2 cups wate r
  • 1.5 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, thinly shredded
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 0.5 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 3 green onions , sliced
  • 0.33 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons low -sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

  • Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water to remove saponins.
  • Combine quinoa and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is fully absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and allow to cool completely.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweetener, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until combined.
  • Whisk in warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches a pourable consistency.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, edamame, bell pepper, carrots, cabbage, cilantro, and green onions.
  • Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all components.
  • Top with chopped roasted peanuts immediately before serving to maintain texture.