Rainbow Thai Salad

Rainbow Thai Salad – Your New Meal Prep Obsession!

If you're looking for a meal prep recipe that’s bursting with color, crunch, and bold flavors, this Rainbow Thai Salad is the perfect choice! With crisp veggies, tender marinated chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing, this dish is anything but boring. Plus, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you satisfied all week long.

Table Conversation Starter

Here’s something fun to chat about while enjoying this delicious salad: If you had to switch careers completely (money aside), what would you do? It’s a great way to spark meaningful discussions around the table!

How to Make Rainbow Thai Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1/2 red cabbage, shredded

• 1/2 green cabbage, shredded

• 3 cups carrot, shredded

• 1 cup shelled edamame

• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

• 1/2 cup green onion, chopped

• 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped

For the Chicken

• 1 lb chicken breast

• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce

• 1 tbsp minced garlic

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp tahini

• 1 tbsp avocado oil

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 2 tsp fresh grated ginger

• 1 tbsp sriracha

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

For the Creamy Peanut Dressing

• 3 1/2 tbsp natural creamy peanut butter

• 3 tbsp rice vinegar

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 1/2 tbsp avocado oil

• 2 1/2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce

• 2 tsp fresh grated ginger

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• 2 tsp sriracha

• 2-3 tbsp warm water (to thin as needed)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Salad

In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients: red cabbage, green cabbage, shredded carrots, edamame, cilantro, green onions, and chopped peanuts. Set aside.

Step 2: Marinate & Cook the Chicken

In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, tahini, avocado oil, rice vinegar, ginger, sriracha, and sesame seeds. Add the chicken and let it marinate for 10 minutes.

Heat a medium-high skillet and cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Pour in the remaining marinade and let it cook until thickened. Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl, adding warm water as needed to reach a pourable consistency.

Step 4: Assemble & Serve

Toss the salad with the creamy peanut dressing, then top with the sliced chicken. Garnish with extra peanuts and cilantro if desired. Enjoy immediately or store in airtight containers for meal prep!

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