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Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing for Fresh Flavors

Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing is a vibrant, quick meal perfect for fresh flavors and meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix ready-made or freshly shredded cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded cooked/rotisserie chicken leftover chicken works well
  • ½ cup chopped fresh scallions red onion can be a substitute
  • 1 cup red bell pepper can substitute with yellow or orange bell peppers
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts cashews or almonds can be used
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro optional
  • 1 bunch fresh basil optional, Thai basil is ideal
  • to taste salt & pepper essential for flavor
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter smooth variety recommended
  • 2 tablespoons water for adjusting consistency
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option
  • 1 juice of lime fresh lime juice is best
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can replace for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil pure sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger frozen ginger is an option
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder fresh garlic is a delicious alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Tongs
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, water, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine coleslaw mix, shredded chicken, scallions, red bell pepper, and peanuts. Add optional herbs if desired.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper, serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest vegetables and herbs, store salad and dressing separately for freshness, customize with different proteins if desired.

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