Thai Style Broccoli Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Thai Style Broccoli Salad! Bursting with crisp, colorful vegetables like blanched broccoli florets, red bell peppers, shredded red cabbage, and julienned carrots, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Tossed in a tantalizing homemade dressing made with soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and a hint of honey, it strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and sweet. Fresh cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts add layers of freshness and crunch, while optional chili flakes bring a subtle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free salad is ideal as a light, refreshing side dish for Thai-inspired meals or as a satisfying main course. Perfect for meal prep or sharing at summer gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of bold, zesty flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup crushed peanuts
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 2 minutes until they turn bright green and are slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, red cabbage, cilantro, and green onions.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes (if using) to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat all the vegetables.

Step 5

Sprinkle the crushed peanuts on top for a crunchy finish.

Step 6

Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for enhanced flavor. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1045.5 grams (1045.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	882

Total Fat 52.70g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1395mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 87.60g	32%
Dietary Fiber 26.70g	95%
Total Sugars 39.20g
Protein 40.90g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 425mg	33%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1853mg	39%

*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: 48.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 35.5%