Name: Gado-Gado (Peanut Sauce Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 cups mixed salad greens; 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced; 1/2 cup carrot, julienned; 1/2 cup bean sprouts; 100 g firm tofu, pressed and cubed; 2 tbsp unsweetened natural peanut butter; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp water; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 tsp erythritol (optional sweetener); 1/4 tsp chili flakes; 1 tsp olive oil

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Pat tofu dry, then sauté in olive oil over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes; set aside.
2
In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, water, garlic, ginger, and optional erythritol until smooth.
3
Add chili flakes to the sauce if desired and stir.
4
Arrange salad greens, cucumber, carrot, and bean sprouts on plates, top with sautéed tofu.
5
Drizzle the peanut sauce over the salad and toss gently before serving.

*Pro Tips

1
Use unsweetened peanut butter to avoid added sugars
2
Keep portion of sauce to 2 tbsp per serving to control calories
3
Add extra fiber by including leafy greens and bean sprouts
4
If you need more protein, increase tofu amount but keep carbs low

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

The recipe is low in carbohydrates and high in fiber and healthy fats from peanuts, which help moderate blood glucose spikes; tofu adds protein without added sugar.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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