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Crispy High Protein Rice Salad for a Flavorful Boost

This Crispy High Protein Rice Salad offers a delightful mix of crunch and protein, perfect for meal prep or quick lunches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Use day-old rice for crispiness
  • 1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Edamame Beans Can substitute with chickpeas
  • 2 cups Iceberg Lettuce Can swap for romaine or kale
  • 1 cup Lebanese Cucumbers Regular cucumbers can be used
  • 3 pieces Spring Onions Can substitute with red onion
  • 1 cup Roasted Cashews Peanuts or almonds can be used
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Tamari or Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free version
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Honey Agave syrup can be used
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Olive oil is an option for a lighter taste
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can work in a pinch
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Parsley can stand in if preferred

Equipment

  • oven
  • Frying Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 400°F) and place a baking tray inside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add day-old cooked jasmine rice and break up any clumps.
  3. Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and garlic, then mix it with the rice.
  4. Spread the seasoned rice on the preheated baking tray and bake for 14 minutes, tossing halfway.
  5. Dice chicken thighs and coat with corn flour, salt, and pepper.
  6. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a blender, combine lime juice, tahini, fish sauce, cilantro, water, honey, and remaining olive oil. Blend until smooth.
  8. Chop veggies including iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, and spring onions, and prepare edamame and cashews.
  9. In a bowl, combine sautéed chicken, chopped veggies, and dressing. Toss to coat and sprinkle crispy rice and cashews before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for optimal crispiness and dress the salad just before serving for the best texture.

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