Best 4 Thai Peanut Dressing From Cpks Thai Crunch Salad Recipes

**Tantalize your taste buds with the exotic flavors of the Thai Peanut Dressing from CPk's Thai Crunch Salad!**

This delectable dressing is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, adding an irresistible touch to a variety of dishes. Its creamy texture, made from a combination of creamy peanut butter and coconut milk, is a perfect complement to the crunchy elements in the Thai Crunch Salad. With a hint of garlic and ginger, this dressing adds a touch of warmth and complexity that elevates the salad to a new level. Explore the versatility of this dressing as it enhances not only salads but also grilled chicken, tofu, and fresh spring rolls. Unleash your culinary creativity and embark on a flavor journey with this Thai Peanut Dressing, the perfect fusion of East Asian culinary traditions.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

THAI CRUNCH SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING

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Inspired by California Pizza Kitchen's recipe, this Thai crunch salad with peanut dressing always satisfies.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories Salads

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

¼ cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, from one lime
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
2 tablespoons honey
2½ tablespoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1-inch square piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
4 cups chopped Napa cabbage or shredded coleslaw mix (I like to toss in a little shredded red cabbage for color)
1 cup prepared shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces
1 small English cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced
1 cup cooked and shelled edamame
2 medium scallions, thinly sliced
½ cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

For the dressing, combine all of the ingredients except for the cilantro in a blender and process until completely smooth. Add the cilantro and blend for a few seconds until the cilantro is finely chopped. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
For the salad, combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine. If serving right away, drizzle the peanut dressing over top and toss; otherwise, serve the dressing on the side so the salad doesn't get soggy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize Approximately 2 cups, Calories 282, Fat 18 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 7g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 17 g, Fiber 6 g, Sodium 505 mg, Cholesterol 0 mg

THAI PEANUT DRESSING FROM CPK'S THAI CRUNCH SALAD

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California Pizza Kitchen has a Thai Crunch salad that combines the Thai Peanut Dressing and a Lime Cilantro Dressing. I prefer to use only the recipe for the Thai Peanut Dressing, found in the CPK cookbook, to accompany my Chinese Chicken Salad (cabbage, romaine, steak or chicken, crushed peanuts, shredded carrots, pepper and cucumbers). It is absolutely DELICIOUS and very easy to make. I usually double the recipe and store any leftover dressing in the fridge.

Provided by CFRP3473

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (not "natural")
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon scant cayenne pepper
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

Whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, honey, water and soy sauce.
Stir in sugar, salt, cayenne and red pepper flakes.
Add oil and continue whisking until smooth.
Use immediately or refrigerate for up to five days. Bring to room temperature and whisk before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 863, Fat 60.4, SaturatedFat 8.8, Sodium 3918.1, Carbohydrate 73.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 66, Protein 18.2

THAI SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING

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This Thai salad is very fresh and flavorful. The peanut garnish adds a satisfying crunch. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 cups spring mix salad greens
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 small napa cabbage, shredded
1 small cucumber, sliced
1 small red onion, julienned
2 small carrots, shredded
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons hot water
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
Jalapeno pepper slices, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss salad greens and next 7 ingredients. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Add to salad mixture and toss to coat. Divide mixture between four plates; top with peanuts and jalapenos if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THAI PEANUT DRESSING

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This makes a great sweet and savory sauce or salad dressing like the ones served at restaurants. It makes a great dip for fresh Thai or Vietnamese spring rolls. It's easy to make and I usually have all the ingredients in my cupboard. Garnish with mint leaves and chopped peanuts if desired.

Provided by LucyDelRey

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup cold water
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
½ cup smooth peanut butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 cup warm water
¼ cup chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/2 cup of cold water; set aside.
Whisk together the soy sauce, peanut butter, brown sugar, white vinegar, sesame oil, and 1 cup warm water in a small saucepan over medium heat; simmer and stir until sugar has dissolved. Stir in the cornstarch mixture; simmer until the sauce is thick, 1 or 2 minutes. Serve warm. Garnish with chopped peanuts and mint leaves as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 151.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

To make a smooth and creamy dressing, use a blender or food processor to combine the ingredients. If you don't have these appliances, you can whisk the ingredients together in a bowl, but be sure to whisk vigorously until the dressing is well combined.
If you want a thinner dressing, add a little water or rice vinegar. If you want a thicker dressing, add more peanut butter or coconut milk.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more lime juice or fish sauce for a brighter flavor, or more sugar or honey for a sweeter dressing.
Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
This dressing is great on salads, grilled chicken or tofu, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or dumplings.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Thai Peanut Dressing from CPk's Thai Crunch Salad is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it thick or thin, sweet or savory, this dressing is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dressing, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!