Lively Lime Chicken Noodle Salad: A Zesty Asian Delight! 🥗🍜

Lime and Chicken Noodle Salad 🍜🥗

Description:

This Lime and Chicken Noodle Salad is a delightful mix of zesty lime flavors, tender chicken, and refreshing noodles, making it a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying meal. It’s a burst of Asian-inspired goodness that’s quick to make and even quicker to disappear from your plate!

Quick Stats:

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
4	Skinless chicken breasts
1	Lime rind
2	Lemongrass
1	Garlic clove
2	Fresh ginger, minced
150g	Lebanese cucumber, sliced
1	Lime juice
1	Fish sauce
1/3 cup	Palm sugar
1/4 cup	Brown sugar
2	Red bell peppers, sliced
1 1/2	Rice noodles
2 tbsp	Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

Prepare Chicken:
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- Begin by thinly slicing the skinless chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, combine the lime rind, lemongrass, minced garlic, and fresh ginger.
- Add the sliced chicken to the mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld.
Cook Chicken:
- When ready to cook, heat a pan or grill over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken in batches, ensuring each piece is browned and cooked through.
- Set aside.
Prepare Noodles:
- In a large bowl, place the rice noodles.
- Pour boiling water over the noodles, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Allow the noodles to soak until they are just tender, usually just a couple of minutes.
- Drain the noodles immediately and set aside.
Make Dressing:
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and brown sugar.
- Shake vigorously until the sugar has dissolved and the ingredients are well mixed.
Assemble Salad:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked chicken, soaked noodles, sliced Lebanese cucumber, and red bell peppers.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients, tossing gently to ensure everything is coated evenly.
- 🌿 For an extra burst of freshness, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the salad before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

This Lime and Chicken Noodle Salad is a complete meal on its own, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
For added crunch, sprinkle some crushed peanuts or sesame seeds on top before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 370.1
Total Fat: 11.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
Cholesterol: 91.6mg
Sodium: 530.5mg
Total Carbohydrates: 26.6g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 2.2g
Protein: 38.3g

Recipe Notes:

Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables, such as bean sprouts, snow peas, or shredded carrots.
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, making it a great option for meal prep.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Lime and Chicken Noodle Salad! 🥢✨