Description
Bright and tangy, this Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing is a quick and satisfying meal packed with vibrant flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 pound coleslaw mix
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh scallions
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons water (or more as needed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- Small handful cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Small handful basil, sliced thin or torn (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients. Shred the cooked chicken, thinly slice the red bell pepper, and chop the scallions.
- Make the peanut dressing by whisking together peanut butter, water, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Build the salad base by combining coleslaw mix, shredded chicken, sliced red bell pepper, and scallions in a large salad bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dress the salad by pouring the peanut dressing over it and tossing gently to coat.
- Add most of the chopped peanuts and herbs, reserving a little for garnish on top.
- Serve the salad on a serving platter or individual plates, garnished with reserved peanuts and herbs.
Notes
For a spicy version, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the dressing. Adjust honey and lime to taste for sweetness and acidity balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai