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Pad Thai Cafe

Flavorful Pad Thai Cafe Salad That Will Wow Your Guests

This vibrant Pad Thai Cafe Salad features fresh veggies, tender chicken, and zesty peanut dressing, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Dry Rice Noodles can use gluten-free noodles
  • 2 tbsp Oil neutral oil like coconut or canola
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken can substitute cooked shrimp or tofu
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish can use cucumbers or bell peppers
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots baby carrots work well
  • 2 cups Napa Cabbage can swap for other leafy greens
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro for garnish, can substitute mint or green onions
  • 1 cup Prepared Pad Thai Sauce or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts can use cashews or sunflower seeds
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce optional
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter can use almond butter
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil or olive oil

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Skillet
  • serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dry rice noodles in hot tap water for 8-10 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add rotisserie chicken for 2 minutes.
  3. Combine soaked noodles, daikon radish, shredded carrots, and napa cabbage in the skillet; sauté for 1 more minute.
  4. Mix ingredients for the dressing in a separate bowl, or pour prepared sauce over the noodle mixture.
  5. Toss the noodle and veggie mixture with the dressing, then fold in peanuts and fresh cilantro.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Avoid freezing as it may affect texture.

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