Thai Walnut Salad

Forget The Takeout Thai Walnut Salad

DESCRIPTION

Thai noodle salad is taken to the next level with a creamy, nutty walnut dressing alongside fresh, colorful produce.

Total Time
35 Mins
Serves
4
Serving Size
1 bowl
Meal
Course

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
15 Mins
Total Time
35 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
622 cal
Total Fat
21 g
Saturated Fat
3 g
Cholesterol
73 mg
Sodium
542 mg
Carbohydrates
76 g
Dietary Fiber
4 g
Total Sugars
19 g
Added Sugars
13 g
Protein
31 g
Iron
2 mg
Potassium
791 mg

Ingredients

  • Water, as needed

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips

  • 1 Tbsp oil, for searing

  • 1 (8oz) package rice noodles

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced

  • ½ English cucumber, sliced

  • 2 carrots, thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup California walnuts, chopped

  • Chopped cilantro, to taste

  • Sliced green onion, to taste

Creamy Walnut Dressing

  • ½ cup California walnuts

  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos

  • 3 Tbsp honey

  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 Tbsp chili crunch

  • 1 Tbsp grated garlic

  • 1 tsp grated ginger

  • 2-4 tsp water, plus more for boiling

Preparation

  1. In a large pot bring water to a boil.

  2. Meanwhile, blend together ingredients for the walnut sauce.

  3. Add sliced chicken to a large bowl, plus 3 tablespoons of creamy walnut sauce and toss.

  4. Heat a skillet with 1 tablespoon oil, add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes, or until chicken is browned and fully cooked.

  5. Add rice noodles to boiling water and follow package directions for cooking.

  6. In each bowl, add cooked noodles, chicken, veggies, walnuts, any additional garnishes (if desired) and remaining walnut sauce.