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Delicious Pad Thai Cafe Salad for a Fresh Lunch

Pad Thai Cafe
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Pad Thai Cafe Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with fresh vegetables, rotisserie chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 oz Dry Rice Noodles (Consider gluten-free noodles for dietary-friendly option.)
  • 2 tbsp Oil (Any neutral oil will work perfectly.)
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken (Swap in shrimp or tofu if preferred.)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish (Snow peas can serve as an alternative.)
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots (Bell peppers can be a substitute.)
  • 2 cups Napa Cabbage (Green cabbage works as a replacement.)
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro (Optional, can use green onions instead.)
  • 1/2 cup Pad Thai Sauce (Store-bought or homemade.)
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts (Cashews can be substituted.)
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (Optional, adjust to taste.)
  • 2 wedge Lime (For serving, adds acidity.)

Instructions

  1. Soak the dry rice noodles in hot water for 8-10 minutes until soft and pliable, then drain.
  2. Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add rotisserie chicken and cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
  4. Combine soaked rice noodles, daikon radish, shredded carrots, and Napa cabbage in the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix all dressing ingredients to form a creamy peanut dressing.
  6. Drizzle peanut dressing over noodle mixture in the pan and gently stir to coat evenly.
  7. Fold in peanuts and cilantro, mixing well.
  8. Transfer salad to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  9. Toss the salad lightly and garnish with extra cilantro, crushed peanuts, and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be made ahead of time.
  • Adjust the level of spiciness to your taste.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.

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