Description
A vibrant salad featuring crispy rice, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, all coated in a creamy peanut dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably crispy or toasted)
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, cucumbers)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the Base: In a large bowl, mix the crispy rice, chicken, and fresh vegetables. Toss gently so that the ingredients meld together beautifully.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the rice and chicken mixture. Using a large spoon, gently toss everything until each ingredient is coated.
- Add the Crunch: Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top for added texture.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Notes
This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to three days. Prepare components separately for longer-lasting freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken salad, crispy rice, peanut dressing, healthy salad, Asian cuisine