Description
A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring crispy rice, shredded chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for summer picnics or light dinners.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably crispy)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups mixed fresh vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, cucumbers)
- 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1–2 tablespoons water (to thin dressing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and water until smooth.
- Combine the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the crispy rice, shredded chicken, and mixed fresh vegetables.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Top with Peanuts: Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour.
Notes
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the dressing in advance and store in the fridge. Combine salad ingredients just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 30mg