Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, or arugula)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (red or yellow for color)
– 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
– ½ cup red cabbage, shredded
– ¼ cup green onions, chopped
– ½ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating this delicious Thai Peanut Chicken Salad is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook and shred the chicken. You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
2. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Add water gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse and dry the salad greens. Thinly slice the bell pepper and cucumber, and shred the carrots and red cabbage.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded chicken, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, red cabbage, and green onions.
5. Add Dressing: Drizzle the peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.
6. Garnish: Top the salad with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for added flavor and color.
7. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your salad fresh, or refrigerate it for up to an hour before serving for a chilled dish.
These steps will guide you in creating a vibrant and flavorful Thai Peanut Chicken Salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 25g