Vibrant Thai-Inspired Slaw: A Wonderful Journey of Colors and Flavors

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure?

This Thai-inspired slaw recipe is here to ignite your taste buds.  With a burst of colors, a symphony of flavors, and a touch of creamy goodness, this recipe will transport you to a world where every bite’s an adventure.

Ingredients:

Salad:

  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots, roughly chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced into matchsticks
  • 1 cup cooked edamame
  • 1 cup sliced sugar snap peas
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint
  • 1 mango, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Thai chili cashews

Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 2 tsp peeled and finely minced ginger
  • 1 large clove garlic, finely minced

Instructions:

  • In a large mixing bowl,  combine the shredded purple cabbage, matchstick carrots and red bell pepper
  • Add the cooked edamame and sliced sugar snap peas for a satisfying crunch.
  • Let the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro mingle
  • For a touch of aromatic brightness, add the finely chopped mint leaves and toss everything together 
  • Time to craft the creamy peanut dressing – whisk together the natural creamy peanut butter, fresh lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and toasted sesame oil. Infuse it with chili flakes for a hint  heat.
  • Add the finely minced ginger and garlic
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, Gently toss
  • Crown your creation with slices of fresh mango and Thai chili cashews on top
  • Notes:
  • Feel free to prepare the salad and dressing ahead of time, storing them separately until the moment you’re ready to assemble.
  • For an extra layer of heartiness, consider adding noodles and rotisserie chicken to your bowl

Unleash your inner artist in the kitchen and let this Thai-inspired slaw be your masterpiece. With every bite, taste the colors, feel the textures, and be proud you made something so yummy to eat.

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