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Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

A vibrant, crunchy salad loaded with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a creamy homemade peanut dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Calories: 365

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 2 cups red cabbage shredded
  • 2 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 0.5 cup cilantro chopped
  • 0.33 cup peanuts chopped
For the Peanut Dressing
  • 0.33 cup peanut butter creamy
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp water to thin, more as needed

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, lime, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger; thin with warm water as needed.
  2. Combine cabbage, carrots, peppers, green onions, cilantro, and chicken in a large bowl.
  3. Add half the dressing and toss well.
  4. Top with chopped peanuts and drizzle with more dressing before serving.

Notes

Store dressing separately for the crispiest salad.