Easy Thai Chicken Pasta Salad

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while canned chickpeas are budget-friendly.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in calories, while cashews are often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: Worcestershire sauce

Soy sauce is a lower-sodium alternative, while Worcestershire is more accessible.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Combine all ingredients for the dressing in a medium bowl.

Whisk until creamy. You can also blend the dressing if you’d like.

Refrigerate until ready to use.

In a large bowl add your pasta, vegan chicken and veggies.

Pour in 3/4 of your sauce, reserve some for serving.

Mix well.

Garnish with cilantro.

Serve with lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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