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High-Protein Vegan Crunchy Thai-Style Quinoa Salad

This high-protein vegan quinoa salad is a vibrant blend of Thai-inspired flavors, featuring smoked tofu, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing.
Packed with plant-based protein and fresh ingredients, it's a wholesome meal perfect for meal prep, work lunches, or light dinners.
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Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • ⅓ cup quinoa uncooked
  • 3½ ounces smoked tofu shredded
  • 1/8 head red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 5–6 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot julienned or shredded
  • 2 ½ cup cooked edamame beans defrosted if frozen
  • ½ ounce fresh cilantro leaves roughly chopped (optional), plus extra for garnish
  • 3½ ounces chopped mango optional

Peanut Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce use gluten-free soy sauce if needed
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1½- inch piece of fresh ginger root peeled and grated
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped or grated

To Serve

  • 1 ounce lightly salted peanuts roughly chopped
  • Black sesame seeds
  • Sliced red chilies optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Quinoa: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the quinoa following the package instructions. Once cooked, drain any excess water and set it aside to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Dressing: In a jar or small bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Add 2 tablespoons of water, then shake or whisk until smooth and well-blended.
  • Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with shredded tofu, cabbage, scallions, carrots, edamame, and mango (if using). Drizzle the peanut dressing over the top and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • Garnish and Serve: Transfer to serving bowls and sprinkle with chopped peanuts, black sesame seeds, extra cilantro, and sliced chilies if you want some heat.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, make sure to use a gluten-free soy sauce.
  • Adjust the peanut dressing consistency by adding more water if needed.
  • Customize with additional crunchy veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra freshness.

Nutrition

Protein: 31g
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