A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring mixed greens, cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, and cherry tomatoes, topped with a creamy and zesty peanut sauce.

OVERVIEW

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: Approximately 200 kcal per serving

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)
• 1 carrot, julienned or grated
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)

PEANUT SAUCE

• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2-4 tablespoons water, to thin

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, bell pepper, julienned carrot, and cherry tomatoes.
2. Make Peanut Sauce:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
   • Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
3. Assemble Salad:
   • Drizzle the peanut sauce over the salad and toss gently to coat.
   • Top with chopped roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro leaves.
4. Serve:
   • Divide the salad into serving bowls.
   • Garnish with additional peanuts and cilantro if desired.
5. Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful Veggie Salad with Peanut Sauce!