Thai Chicken Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Thai Chicken Salad
20 min.
6
691kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Thai Chicken Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this salad combines the savory richness of deli roasted chicken with the crisp freshness of shredded lettuce and the aromatic touch of fresh herbs.

What sets this salad apart is its creamy peanut dressing, which brings a unique twist to the traditional salad experience. The blend of reduced-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar creates a harmonious balance of salty, nutty, and tangy notes, while the hint of ginger and garlic adds depth and warmth. With a health score of 52, this dish is not only delicious but also a nutritious option for those looking to maintain a balanced diet.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying meal that serves six, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The addition of crunchy chow mein noodles and dry-roasted peanuts provides a delightful texture contrast, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your loved ones with this scrumptious Thai Chicken Salad that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons sesame oil 
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • tablespoon ginger grated
  • Dash ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • pound roasted chicken 
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • ounces chow mein noodles 
  • 0.5 cup roasted peanuts 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  2. Remove chicken from bones; cut into bite-size pieces (about 3 cups).
  3. In large bowl, toss lettuce, chicken, parsley and onions.
  4. Place lettuce mixture on center of large serving plate. Arrange noodles around edge of plate.
  5. Sprinkle peanuts over lettuce mixture.
  6. Drizzle sauce over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories691kcal
Protein39.85%
Fat41.77%
Carbs18.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.5
Glycemic Load
0.79
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
30.291304422461%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
10.84mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.78mg
Quercetin
1.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:691.01kcal
34.55%
Fat:31.84g
48.98%
Saturated Fat:6.8g
42.49%
Carbohydrates:31.52g
10.51%
Net Carbohydrates:27.33g
9.94%
Sugar:6.78g
7.53%
Cholesterol:170.1mg
56.7%
Sodium:838.98mg
36.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:68.35g
136.71%
Vitamin B3:21.43mg
107.14%
Vitamin K:111.51µg
106.2%
Selenium:57.46µg
82.08%
Phosphorus:553.78mg
55.38%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.28%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.3%
Zinc:4.22mg
28.12%
Iron:4.94mg
27.43%
Vitamin B5:2.6mg
26.02%
Magnesium:102.16mg
25.54%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.38%
Potassium:842.8mg
24.08%
Folate:67.64µg
16.91%
Vitamin A:845.21IU
16.9%
Fiber:4.19g
16.76%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.21%
Copper:0.29mg
14.64%
Vitamin C:9.79mg
11.86%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
10.96%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.44%
Calcium:74.13mg
7.41%