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Pad Thai Cafe

Discover the Fresh Flavors of Pad Thai Cafe Salad!

Experience the vibrant tastes of Pad Thai Cafe with this fresh, easy-to-make salad packed with veggies and protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 8 oz Dry Rice Noodles Soak to hydrate before cooking
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken Can substitute with tofu or grilled shrimp
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish Can replace with radishes or jicama
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Easily substituted with bell peppers
  • 2 cups Napa Cabbage Other leafy greens can be used
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Substitute with green onions or parsley if unavailable
For the Dressing & Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pad Thai Sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Peanuts Can replace with seeds for nut-free diets
  • to taste Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce Optional for heat
  • 1 each Lime Wedges Regular lemon can be substituted

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Sauté pan
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dry rice noodles in hot water for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat oil and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add shredded chicken and stir for 1 minute.
  3. Incorporate the noodles, daikon, carrots, and cabbage, stir-fry for 1 minute.
  4. Add Pad Thai sauce to the pan, stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes, adjusting flavor with sriracha.
  5. Remove from heat, mix in peanuts and cilantro. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  6. Toss the salad before serving; garnish with cilantro and peanuts, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze without dressing for up to 2 months.

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