Description
A fresh and crunchy salad featuring shredded cabbage, juicy chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for a light dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Shredded cabbage (green, purple, or bagged slaw mix) (Cabbage serves as the base, staying crunchy.)
- 2 cups Cooked chicken (rotisserie or cooked chicken breast) (For quickest prep, use rotisserie chicken.)
- 1 cup Carrots (shredded or matchsticks) (Adds natural sweetness and crunch.)
- 1 cup Cucumber (thin slices or half moons) (Keeps it light and refreshing.)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (thin strips) (For color and flavor.)
- 1/2 cup Green onions (sliced) (Adds a mild onion flavor.)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (optional) (Adds a fresh herb flavor.)
- 1 cup Mango or pineapple (optional) (For added sweetness.)
Peanut Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Creamy peanut butter (Core ingredient for the dressing.)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (For tanginess.)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari (For umami flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or brown sugar (For sweetness.)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced) (Adds depth of flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated) (For warmth.)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (For heat.)
- 2 tablespoons Warm water (To thin the dressing if necessary.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and all the chopped vegetables.
- Add the cooked, shredded chicken and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the peanut dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad a little at a time, tossing to coat. Adjust the amount of dressing based on your preference.
- Top with chopped peanuts and extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
For meal prep, store the salad base, dressing, and toppings separately to maintain crunch. The salad base can last 3-4 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dinner, Lunch, Salad
- Cuisine: Thai