Crunch Crunch Salad
A crisp, colorful salad packed with crunchy vegetables, savory tempeh, and a creamy peanut dressing. Fresh, bold, and full of texture, this salad is as satisfying as it is vibrant.
Quick Info
Serves: 4–6 as a meal, 8–10 as a side
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A texture-packed salad that delivers on flavor and crunch.
Crisp, fresh vegetables in every bite
Creamy, tangy peanut dressing with a hint of heat
Protein-rich tempeh for a satisfying meal
Perfect for meal prep or sharing
Ingredients
Dressing
⅓ cup peanut butter, creamy or crunchy, unsweetened
¼ cup maple syrup
½ cup rice vinegar
1 lime, juiced and zested
2 tablespoons or about 1 inches of freshly grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, microplaned
2 teaspoon sambal
¼ cup water
Salad
1 small head napa or savoy cabbage, chopped into bite size pieces (about 8 cups chopped)
2 carrots, shaved with a peeler or thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 persian cucumbers, cut into ½ in coins
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
Tempeh
8 ounces smokey tempeh, crumbled
Olive oil
Garnish
½ cup cup cilantro, roughly chopped
½ cup roasted and salted peanuts, crushed
Instructions
Step 1
For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the tempeh until warmed through and slightly crisp on the edges.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine all vegetables with half of the cilantro. Toss to incorporate.
Step 4
Top with remaining cilantro, crushed peanuts, tempeh, and dressing.
Step 5
Toss everything together until well coated. Serve immediately.
Tips for Success
Slice vegetables thinly for the best texture
Adjust sambal to control spice level
Toss just before serving to keep everything crisp
Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing
Storage
Store components separately for best texture. Once dressed, the salad can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Serving Ideas
Serve as a hearty plant-based main
Pair with grilled protein or noodles
Add to a meal prep rotation for the week
