Peanut Chicken Soba Salad
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and satisfying Peanut Chicken Soba Salad! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, nutty soba noodles, and crisp, colorful veggies like julienned carrots, red bell peppers, and cucumbers, all brought together by a creamy, flavorful peanut dressing infused with soy sauce, ginger, and lime. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from honey and a touch of sesame oil for richness, this salad is finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for an irresistible crunch and aroma. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a delicious and healthy option that can be served chilled for a refreshing meal or at room temperature for instant enjoyment. Perfect for meal preps, light lunches, or picnic spreads, this Peanut Chicken Soba Salad offers a delightful fusion of Asian-inspired flavors that's sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Soba noodles
- 2 cups Chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup Carrots, julienned
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced into half moons
- 4 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.25 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp Water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, typically about 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, carrots, red bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth and creamy.
Add the soba noodles to the bowl with the vegetables and chicken. Pour the peanut dressing over the top and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and toss lightly.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes for a cool, refreshing option. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1931 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.1 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 2545 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.3 g | ||
| Protein | 197.8 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 3726 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
