Peanuts

With plenty of fiber to slow down the release of sugar from the dates, these quick-assembly bars provide lasting energy and are a grab-and-go breakfast treat.

These spicy peanut chicken wraps are the perfect grab and go lunch. They're so good that they will definitely get into your regular lunch rotation!

These Hawaiian tuna burgers are full of lean protein and bursting with tropical flavor. The carrot beet slaw adds a tangy crunch.

A quick soy-lime dressing adds serious oomph to this crunchy slaw. The beauty of a slaw made with heartier ingredients such as broccoli, carrots and radishes is that you can toss it in the dressing before leaving the house and it won’t get soggy. If you don’t have a portable grill, you can also cook the tofu in a skillet or grill pan before leaving the house.

Peanut fans, this is the breakfast for you – protein-rich PB is blended with yogurt and cocoa powder, while chopped salted peanuts add a savory crunch.

This is a takeout classic for good reason. Tender chicken, crunchy peanuts and soft noodles are tossed in a tangy-sweet sauce — how could it not hit the spot for dinner?

This gorgeous tart uses coconut milk for its luscious, non-dairy filling and peanuts for a flavorful crust without using wheat flour.

What could be better than a batch of decadent peanut butter cookies? One giant cookie! This jumbo-sized treat is baked right in the skillet with a variety of toppings including chocolate chips, dried fruit, coconut and more. Eat as is, or top with whipped cream (coconut or regular) or your favorite ice cream.

Daikon radish noodles offer an unexpected crunch and are sturdy enough to stand up to this sweet, savory and spicy authentic pad Thai sauce. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over top.

This salad has a nice bit of heat to it thanks to the fresh chile. Fiery, sweat-inducing capsaicin is found mostly in the white pith (and the seeds that come into contact with the pith), so devein and seed the chile if you want to cut back on spiciness. For added flavor, you can add chopped fresh mint, cilantro or Thai basil to the salad.

Serve these noodle-filled lettuce wraps family-style with the toppings in separate small bowls so everyone can assemble their own at the table. Save any leftovers and enjoy as a salad the next day – simply chop the lettuce, toss with the toppings and drizzle with the sauce

Fresh plum might seem like an unusual addition to an Asian-inspired noodle salad, but it’s a fresher alternative to the classic plum sauce commonly found in stir-fries and noodle bowls. Don’t worry if some of the peas fall out of the pods as you slice them – just toss them into the salad, too.

A cold Asian noodle salad is a happy and healthy stir-fry alternative that can be made in advance and served straight out of the fridge. Our favorite is this spicy Thai noodle salad topped with sriracha-roasted peanuts.

These gluten-free mini wraps are made with swiss chard and shrimp. Swiss chard is a superfood that's loaded with phytonutrient antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties, and shrimp is a prime source of astaxanthin, a carotenoid that's good for skin health.

All over Thailand, you’ll see cooks in food carts working huge mortars and pestles, pounding together the ingredients for this spicy, refreshing salad.

A seriously decadent dessert for peanut lovers! A gluten-free crust is layered with a peanut butter filling sweetened with 
coconut sugar and topped off with crunchy peanuts and chocolate chips.

With sweet, salty and spicy notes, our healthier version of this classic dish has all the punch without excess salt and sugar. Once you start stir-frying, everything cooks quickly, so measure and chop all the ingredients before you heat the oil. To increase the heat, add up to 
1 tbsp red chile paste.

Don’t let this noodle bowl fool you. Although it’s full of crunchy and colorful vegetables, it’s really about the herbs, with refreshing basil and mint in every bite.

These Peanut Butter Banana Muffins, from our September 2014 meal plan, can be made ahead and frozen for a fantastic breakfast treat anytime.

Japanese-style soba noodles get the royal treatment in a creamy coconut, tamari and peanut sauce for a mouthwatering stir-fry that combines all of your favorite Asian flavors.