Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts Recipe

Craving a vibrant and flavorful salad? This Asian Chicken Salad with Roasted Peanuts, inspired by Bon Appetit, is a quick and easy weeknight meal! Crispy roasted peanuts, juicy chicken, and a zesty ginger-cilantro dressing come together for a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Get ready to impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 681.4 kcal
Protein 99g
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Ingredients for Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts

  • Prepared dressing (components listed below), enough for 4 servings
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup red peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 cup mango, diced (1/4 cup per serving)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

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How to Make Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts

  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1/2 teaspoon honey, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Chop 1/4 cup cilantro and add to the dressing.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 5 ounces baby spinach, 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color), 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced), and 1/2 cup roasted peanuts.
  3. Pour enough dressing over the salad to coat evenly. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Divide the salad among 4 plates.
  6. Top each serving with 1/4 cup diced mango and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

57g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts?

Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts?

Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts has approximately 681.4 calories per serving, with about 99 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 68 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts?

The key ingredients for Asian Chicken Salad With Roasted Peanuts are Asian Style Dressing, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Ginger, Baby Spinach Leaves, Red Peppers, Chicken. See the full list with measurements above.

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