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5 Minute Spicy Peanut Dressing

This quick and easy 5 minute spicy peanut dressing brings bold Asian-inspired flavors to any salad or bowl. Made with simple pantry ingredients including peanut butter, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes, this dressing adds the perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy notes to transform your meals in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 5 tbsp (25 g each)
Calories 59 kcal
Protein3 g
Fiber1 g
Fat4 g
Carbohydrates3 g

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl for mixing
  • Whisk or fork for blending
  • Airtight container for storage

Ingredients
 

For the Peanut Base:

  • 2 tablespoon (45 g) peanut butter - smooth, natural (45g)
  • 2 teaspoon (4 g) red pepper flakes - adjust to taste (4g)
  • 1 tablespoon (20 g) soy sauce - low sodium preferred (20g)
  • 1 small piece (5 g) fresh ginger - minced (5g)
  • 1 clove (5 g) garlic - minced (5g)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) fresh lime juice - about ½ lime (15g)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) rice vinegar - or white vinegar (15g)

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add 2 tablespoon peanut butter, 2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 small piece fresh ginger, 1 clove garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
    Close-up view of smooth, glossy peanut dressing showing creamy texture with scattered red pepper flakes in glass bowl
  • Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container for storage.
    Hands holding glass jar filled with golden peanut dressing, showing creamy consistency perfect for salads and bowls

Notes

Serving Information: This recipe makes 125g total volume with 5 servings of 25g (1 tablespoon) each.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. The dressing may thicken when cold - simply whisk in 1-2 teaspoons of warm water to thin if needed.
Spice Level: Start with 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes if you prefer milder heat, or increase to 1 tablespoon for extra spicy peanut dressing.
Uses: Perfect for Asian-inspired salads, grain bowls, noodle dishes, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls and vegetables.
Substitutions: Can substitute almond butter for peanut butter, or use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free option.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
5 Minute Spicy Peanut Dressing
Serving Size
 
1 tablespoon (25 g)
Amount per Serving
Calories
59
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
0.4
g
0
%
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Sodium
 
255
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
65
mg
2
%
Vitamin D
 
0
µg
0
%
Calcium
 
12
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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