Indonesian Gado-Gado Salad with Peanut Dressing and Veggies
Gado-Gado is an Indonesian salad featuring blanched vegetables, tofu, and hard-boiled eggs, served with a creamy peanut dressing. Ready in 40 minutes.
Gado-Gado is a vibrant Indonesian salad that balances fresh vegetables and rich peanut dressing. It's a nutritious meal that's easy to prepare.
Why This Recipe Works
Fresh Ingredients: Using fresh vegetables ensures a crisp texture and vibrant flavors.
Creamy Dressing: The peanut dressing provides a rich, nutty flavor that complements the vegetables.
Balanced Nutrition: This dish combines protein from tofu and eggs with fiber from vegetables.
Chef's Pro Tip: For a creamier dressing, blend the peanut butter with a little more water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Begin by boiling water in a pot and blanch the green beans for 3 minutes until tender.
- 2
In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and water to create a smooth dressing.
- 3
Assemble the salad by placing mixed greens, tofu, blanched beans, and shredded carrots on a serving plate.
- 4
Slice hard-boiled eggs and arrange them on top of the salad, adding a visual element.
- 5
Drizzle the peanut dressing generously over the salad, ensuring even coverage.
- 6
Finish by sprinkling chopped peanuts and a dash of chili paste for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
25g
carbs
20g
fiber
5g
sodium
600mg
protein
15g
calories
350
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