This fresh and flavorful Thai Chicken Crunch Salad is packed with crisp veggies, lean protein, and a creamy peanut dressing—perfect for a light, satisfying meal.

Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

Salad

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and chopped

• ½ Napa cabbage (or greens of choice), thinly sliced

• ¼ small red cabbage, thinly sliced

• 2 medium carrots, grated

• 3 green onions, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

• 2 tablespoons roasted almonds, crushed

Thai Peanut Dressing

• Juice of 1 lime

• 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter

• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

• 3 teaspoons agave nectar (or honey)

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, peanut butter, soy sauce, agave (or honey), rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth.

2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, Napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

4. Garnish with crushed roasted almonds.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy.