Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing
Experience a burst of flavors with this Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing, a refreshing dish that brings the essence of Thailand to your dining table. This vibrant salad combines tender shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a delightful side dish at gatherings, this recipe utilizes leftover chicken and can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Its versatility allows you to enjoy it as a main course or as an accompaniment to grilled meats or rice. With its healthy ingredients and customizable options, this salad is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound coleslaw mix
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh scallions
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, shredded chicken, scallions, red bell pepper, and peanuts. Toss with the peanut dressing until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg