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Thai Crunch Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

This vibrant Thai salad hits all the right notes with crispy wonton strips, fresh herbs, and a creamy peanut dressing that brings everything together. It's the kind of crunchy, tangy, nutty bowl that makes you forget you're eating something healthy.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: 30 minute, chicken
Servings: 3 to 4 servings
Author: Ali

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients:

  • 4 cups thinly shredded Napa cabbage
  • 2 cups (about 8 ounces) shredded cooked chicken
  • 2 cups fried wonton strips homemade* or store-bought
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 2/3 cup julienned carrots
  • 2/3 cup julienned English cucumber
  • 3 scallions thinly sliced (both white and green parts)
  • 1 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup salted peanuts

Peanut Dressing Ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 large cloves garlic grated
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  • Make the peanut dressing. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until evenly combined. If the dressing seems too thick, add in a tablespoon of water at a time to thin until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Toss the salad. Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl, drizzle with the dressing, and toss to combine.
  • Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy!