Description
Zesty “crunchy thai chicken salad with peanut dressing” brings explosive Asian flavors to your plate, dancing with crisp veggies and tender chicken. Refreshing herbs and creamy peanut sauce create a perfect balance that will have you craving another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup shelled edamame
- 2 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 2 tbsps lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Water, as needed to thin the dressing
Instructions
- Salad Assembly: Finely chop green and red cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper. Shred cooked chicken and mix with edamame, green onions, and cilantro in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a vibrant, textured base.
- Dressing Creation: Craft a silky-smooth dressing by vigorously whisking peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Adjust thickness by incorporating water incrementally until desired consistency is achieved.
- Fusion and Garnish: Drizzle the aromatic peanut dressing over the salad, tossing with precision to ensure each ingredient is generously coated. Sprinkle roasted peanuts on top, adding a delightful crunch and nutty dimension to the dish.
- Serving Recommendation: Present the salad immediately to preserve its crisp texture and vibrant flavors, offering a refreshing Thai-inspired culinary experience.
Notes
- Swap chicken with tofu, shrimp, or beef for dietary preferences or protein variety.
- Adjust peanut butter and liquid ratios to achieve perfect smooth or thicker dressing texture.
- Chop vegetables right before serving to maintain maximum crispness and prevent wilting.
- Toast peanuts briefly before chopping to intensify nutty undertones and add extra aromatic dimension.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg