Asian Noodle Salad with Chicken Peanut Dressing
Asian Noodle Salad with Chicken Peanut Dressing
Serve: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken thighs, sliced (approx 400g)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Peanut Dressing
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1- inch fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp water
Salad
- 120g vermicelli rice noodles
- 4 cups chopped lettuce
- 2 small cucumbers, sliced
- 1 grated carrot
- ⅔ cup chopped coriander
- ½ cup chopped peanuts
- 4 spring onions, chopped
- 1 fresh chilli, sliced
- 2 tbsp chilli oil
Method:
Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and marinate with ginger powder, garlic powder, honey and soy sauce.
Toss to coat well and let it sit for 30 minutes.
To make the dressing: place all the listed ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Cook the noodles according to the package’s directions. Rinse under cold water and drain.
Heat a large skillet on medium high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
In a salad mixing bowl, add lettuce, noodles, cucumbers, coriander, spring onions, roasted peanuts and chilli.
Top with delicious soy chicken.
Pour the dressing over and toss until well mixed.
Serve with chilli oil, enjoy!
Macros per serve
Calories 580
Protein 30g
Carbs 55g
Fat 26g
Fibre 8g
Health benefits
Chicken thighs provide high-quality protein along with iron and zinc, supporting muscle maintenance, energy production and satiety. They are slightly higher in fat than breast, which increases calorie density.
Peanut butter and peanuts provide healthy fats, plant protein, vitamin E and magnesium, supporting heart health and fullness, though they are energy-dense.
Rice noodles provide carbohydrate energy that supports physical activity and glycogen replenishment.
Chilli oil contains capsaicin and fats that increase calorie density while also contributing flavour and potential metabolic effects.
Garlic and ginger contain bioactive compounds that may support immune function, digestion and anti-inflammatory pathways.
Cucumber, lettuce, carrot and coriander provide fibre, hydration, antioxidants and micronutrients that support digestion and overall health while keeping calories low.