Description
This Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a creamy, nutty dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad can be prepared in just 20 minutes. With its balance of flavors and textures, it’s an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters looking for a satisfying meal. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to make it truly your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound coleslaw mix
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup scallions (chopped)
- 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
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, water, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, ginger, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust consistency if needed by adding more water.
- In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, chicken, scallions, bell pepper, peanuts, cilantro, and basil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg