Asian Chicken Crunch Salad
A vibrant and satisfying salad featuring tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup edamame, shelled
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the chicken by boiling, grilling, or roasting it until done.
- Let the cooked chicken cool before dicing.
- Wash and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions. Toss gently.
Dressing
- In a medium bowl, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Adjust consistency by adding a dash of water if needed.
Assembly
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for extra crunch and flavor.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Make the salad ahead of time, keeping the dressing separate until serving to prevent sogginess.