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Creamy Peanut Lime Dressing with Ginger, so versatile

Mallory
This is the peanut lime dressing I use in so many different ways from a salad dressing over crunchy veggies, spring roll bowls, or in Thai chicken lettuce wraps! You can use it as a dipping sauce or add a bit of water to thin it out and use it as a peanut dressing! It's made with creamy peanut butter, fresh lime juice and fresh ginger for tons of flavor. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Course dressings and more
Cuisine Asian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 95 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 bowl (or food processor)

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 lime (2-3 Tbsp)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated
  • 2 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
  • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2-4 tablespoon water, as needed to thin it out

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Grate the fresh ginger using a citrus zester and mince or grate the fresh garlic clove. Add the dressing ingredients to a large bowl or measuring cup.
  • Step 2: Give it a quick whisk until everything is well combined and emulsified. Add one tablespoon of warm water at a time until it gets to the consistency you prefer. 
  • Option 2: if you like a creamier dressing, you can blend the ingredients in a food processor or blender instead. 
  • Hint: to make the peanut butter easier to mix, you can heat it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. 

Notes

Expert Tips
  • If possible, use natural peanut butter because it tends to be more runny and easier to mix.
  • If the peanut butter is too thick, heat it for 10-15 seconds in the microwave before adding the remaining ingredients.
  • Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for best results.
Storage
  • Refrigerator- store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up 3-4 days.
Dietitian Tip
Making a homemade version of you favorite dressings only takes a couple minutes and has less added ingredients than most store-bought versions! 
For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonCalories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 190mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
Keyword 10 minutes or less, dairy free
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