Thai Chicken and Shrimp Noodle Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Thai Chicken and Shrimp Noodle Salad
45 min.
6
312kcal

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Are you ready to take your taste buds on a vibrant journey? This Thai Chicken and Shrimp Noodle Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more! Perfectly balanced and bursting with freshness, this dish is a staple for any meal — whether served as a light lunch, a side dish, or even as a main course that impresses at dinner parties.

Imagine tender, shredded chicken and succulent shrimp mingling with a colorful medley of crunchy vegetables like bean sprouts and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed together in a zesty dressing that combines sweet chili sauce and fresh lime juice. With aromatic herbs like basil, cilantro, and mint elevating each bite, you won't just be eating; you'll be indulging in an experience that transports you straight to the streets of Thailand.

This recipe is also incredibly versatile; it’s dairy-free, making it an excellent option for those with dietary restrictions. Plus, it's a breeze to prepare, taking only 45 minutes to whip up a dish that serves six. Not to mention, it's light on calories, clocking in at just 312 kcal per serving, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying meal without any guilt. Whether you’re looking to spice up your weekly meal plan or simply enjoy a taste of the extraordinary, this Thai Chicken and Shrimp Noodle Salad is sure to impress and delight!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup lightly basil leaves fresh packed
  • 3.5 ounces bean sprouts rinsed
  • 250 grams bean thread noodles 
  • 12  cherry tomatoes halved
  • tablespoons asian chili sauce sweet
  • 0.5 cup lightly cilantro leaves fresh packed
  • tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
  •  lime cut into 6 wedges
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 cup lightly mint leaves fresh packed
  • tablespoons peanuts toasted chopped
  •  jalapeño chile red with seeds, sliced into thin rings
  • 0.3 cup shallots thinly sliced
  • 1.5 cups meat from a rotisserie chicken shredded cooked
  • 12 medium shrimp deveined cooked peeled
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. Whisk first 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend. DO AHEAD Dressing can be prepared 2 hours ahead.
  2. Let stand at room temperature.
  3. Place noodles in another large bowl. Cover with boiling water.
  4. Let stand until softened, about 4 minutes.
  5. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; drain well. Insert scissors into noodles; cut several times.
  6. Transfer to bowl with dressing.
  7. Add tomatoes and all remaining ingredients, except peanuts and lime wedges, to noodles; toss to coat.
  8. Divide among 6 plates.
  9. Sprinkle with peanuts; garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories312kcal
Protein19.78%
Fat18.78%
Carbs61.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.89
Glycemic Load
2.33
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.361304448998%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.27mg
Hesperetin
5.63mg
Naringenin
0.4mg
Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.48mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:311.68kcal
15.58%
Fat:6.58g
10.12%
Saturated Fat:1.29g
8.06%
Carbohydrates:48.42g
16.14%
Net Carbohydrates:46.17g
16.79%
Sugar:7.9g
8.78%
Cholesterol:58.45mg
19.48%
Sodium:591.34mg
25.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.59g
31.18%
Vitamin C:21.03mg
25.49%
Vitamin K:23.54µg
22.42%
Vitamin B3:4mg
19.99%
Selenium:13.21µg
18.87%
Phosphorus:171.23mg
17.12%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.02%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.74%
Iron:2.52mg
14.02%
Copper:0.26mg
13.19%
Magnesium:47.89mg
11.97%
Vitamin A:570.4IU
11.41%
Potassium:380.83mg
10.88%
Folate:41.01µg
10.25%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.16%
Fiber:2.25g
9.01%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.72%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.52%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.41%
Calcium:62.56mg
6.26%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.69%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.17%
Source:Epicurious