Peanut Dressing
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Wake up your taste buds with this tangy 5-minute Thai-inspired peanut dressing. An incredibly versatile topping that takes salads, grains, pasta, proteins, and veggies to the next level!
Ingredients
- Creamy peanut butter: The rich, slightly sweet base for the dressing. Opt for a runnier variety, like Kirkland Signature Organic Peanut Butter, for a smoother consistency.
- Low-sodium tamari: Tamari tastes similar to soy sauce but is gluten-free and lower in sodium.
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: This recipe uses the juice of about 1 medium lime.
- Toasted sesame oil (optional): Although I usually use little or no oil in recipes, this is one of those instances where I make an exception. Toasted sesame oil adds a marvelous depth of flavor and complexity that can’t (at least to my knowledge) be replicated in an oil-free version. It also helps keep the noodles from clumping together. Feel free to omit it if you prefer an oil-free version, but you’ll lose out on its unique flavor.
- Maple syrup: Adds a touch of sweetness to provide a nice balance.
- Garlic powder: Adds garlic’s earthy, subtle sweetness without the assertive bite of raw garlic.
- Ground ginger: Contributes a warmth and balance to the dressing. Ginger is well-known for its digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Red pepper flakes (optional): For a bit of spice and texture. Omit if you prefer a more mild dressing.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Step 1: Add all ingredients to a mini food processor or a small bowl.
Step 2: Process in the food processor or whisk in the bowl until smooth. Use peanut dressing to top off a salad, grains, pasta, protein, or veggies. Or try it in this mango noodle salad.
Equipment
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mini food processor (like this Cuisinart one) or small bowl
- Whisk or fork (if not using food processor)
Storage
Store leftover peanut dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir well before using. If needed, you can add a splash of water to loosen it up.
Peanut Dressing
Wake up your taste buds with this tangy 5-minute Thai-inspired peanut dressing. An incredibly versatile topping that takes salads, grains, pasta, proteins, and veggies to the next level!
Equipment
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- mini food processor or small bowl
- whisk or fork (if not using food processor)
Ingredients
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup low-sodium tamari
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (juice of about 1 medium lime)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (optional; omit for oil-free)
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a mini food processor or a small bowl.
- Process in the food processor or whisk in the bowl until the dressing is smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
- Peanut dressing may be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before using. Add a splash of water if needed to loosen it up.
