Thai Slaw Dressing

Elevate your salads with the bold, vibrant flavors of homemade Thai Slaw Dressing—a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory! This creamy peanut butter-based dressing is infused with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and lime juice, delivering a tantalizing balance of umami and zest. Honey adds a gentle sweetness, while sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic lend depth and aromatic flair. A hint of red chili flakes introduces just the right touch of heat, while optional chopped cilantro brightens every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with crisp slaws, grilled vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce for spring rolls. Quick, easy, and packed with Thai-inspired flavor, this dressing is sure to become your go-to for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, and sesame oil.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and water. Whisk again until the dressing has a pourable consistency.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lime juice for tanginess, honey for sweetness, or soy sauce for saltiness.

Step 5

If desired, stir in the chopped cilantro for an extra burst of freshness.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over your slaw or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	253.2 grams (253.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	547

Total Fat 38.30g	49%
Saturated Fat 6.50g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1367mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 45.20g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 31.60g
Protein 15.60g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 525mg	11%

*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: 58.6%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 30.8%