Gado Gado Salad: Prepare Indonesia’s Classic Comfort Bowl In Your Kitchen

By Shreya Sarpal

January 18, 2026

Gado gado salad is a vibrant Indonesian classic where steamed vegetables meet creamy peanut sauce. It’s hearty yet fresh, comforting yet exciting, making it perfect when you want a filling salad with serious flavour depth.

Ingredients

1 cup boiled mixed vegetables ½ cup cubed boiled potatoes 2 tbsp crushed roasted peanuts 2 tbsp peanut sauce 1 boiled egg, halved

Step 1

Steam or boil the vegetables until tender but still slightly firm to retain freshness.

Step 2

Boil the potatoes separately, let them cool a bit, then cut them into even-sized cubes.

Step 3

Arrange the vegetables and potatoes neatly on a serving plate or bowl.

Step 4

Spoon the peanut sauce generously over everything so each bite is coated.

Step 5

Finish with boiled egg halves and crushed peanuts for texture and richness.