Peanut Butter Asian Dressing (or Spread!) – Quick, Flavorful, and Budget-Friendly

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Written By Whitney Andrus

Peanut butter isn’t just for sweet treats and sandwiches—it can be the secret to an incredibly flavorful, protein-packed dressing or spread that’s both affordable and versatile. This recipe is a favorite for busy days when you need something quick, satisfying, and delicious.

Recipe: Peanut Butter Asian Dressing

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup peanut butter

  • 3 tablespoons lime juice (fresh is best!)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • Garlic, red pepper flakes, and any other seasonings your heart desires

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.

  2. Add in minced garlic, red pepper flakes, or any other favorite add-ins (ginger, rice vinegar, or honey are great options).

  3. Taste as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

  4. To thin it out into a pourable dressing, just add a tablespoon of warm water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

How to Use It:

  • Drizzle it over salads with cabbage, greens, or shredded carrots

  • Spread it in a chicken and cabbage wrap

  • Use it as a dip for spring rolls or veggies

  • Toss it with cold noodles and veggies for a quick lunch

  • Elevate those leftover chicken nuggets (yes, really)

Support the Peanut Butter Drive

This recipe is part of our Peanut Butter Drive in partnership with Mimosa Handcrafted, benefitting the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Peanut butter is one of the most needed food bank items—it’s shelf-stable, nutrient-dense, and loved by kids and adults alike.

Now through June 20, we’re collecting jars of peanut butter and raising funds to purchase more.

How You Can Help:

Drop off a jar at any of these local Baton Rouge businesses:

  • MIMOSA Shoppe

  • Baton Rouge Succulent Co.

  • Emerald Lane

  • Fleurty Girl

  • Hey, Penelope

  • The Maybe Collection

  • Mustard Seed Creamery

  • Phil’s Oyster Bar

  • Red Stick Reads

  • Roots Floral Preservation

Can’t make it in person?

Venmo your donation to @wholehearthealth and comment “PB” — 100% of funds go to peanut butter purchases for the food bank.

This dressing is more than just a tasty recipe—it’s a reminder of how one humble ingredient can nourish, connect, and give back.

Whitney Andrus
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