No-Cook Boiled Peanut Salad Recipe

Isn’t this such a refreshing, eye-catching, and mouthwatering salad? It absolutely is! The best part? No cooking required - just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick toss, and you have a salad bursting with flavor (MANGO SALAD RECIPE). Boiled peanuts, also known as braised peanuts, add a soft, nutty bite, while fresh tomatoes, cucumber, shallots, and chilies bring in crunch and a refreshing contrast.

What truly elevates this salad is the tangy-sweet dressing - a mix of lime juice, crushed palm sugar, and salt - which ties everything together beautifully. Whether you enjoy it as a light appetizer, side dish, or even a snack, this easy, healthy, and delicious recipe is sure to impress (EASY & QUICK VEGETARIAN SALADS).

 

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Now, let’s dive into this simple yet flavorful no-cook salad.

 

Ingredients (adjust to quantity and to taste)

1 small can braised/boiled peanuts (drained)

1 large tomato (seeds removed, cubed)

½ zucchini or cucumber (cubed, skin on)

3 shallots (diced)

Chillies (as needed, sliced thinly)

A handful of coriander leaves (sliced)

 

Dressing

Lime juice

Crushed palm sugar

Salt
(Mix together)

 

Method

Add all ingredients to a bowl.

Pour the dressing over.

Toss well and serve.

(Ms. Nava, a Zenpreneur in her 60s, founded Nava's Zen at 58. With over 22 years of experience as a former lecturer, including with Curtin University’s Degree Twinning Program, she also holds culinary credentials. Through her Zen cuisine, she promotes mindful eating that nourishes the breath, body, mind, and soul).