Indonesian Chicken Satay Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
Grilled skewered chicken breast on a crisp bed of cucumber, carrot, and cabbage, drizzled with a lightened peanut dressing. A vibrant, high-protein cafe favorite perfect for lunch in Jakarta.
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Nadia + Lila
Nadia created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Prepare the chicken marinade
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Prepare the chicken marinade
Prepare the chicken marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ground turmeric.
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Toss the chicken breast strips in the…
Toss the chicken breast strips in the marinade until evenly coated. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Look for: evenly coated
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Make the peanut dressing
Make the peanut dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, warm water, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey until smooth and pourable.
Look for: smooth and pourable
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Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet…
Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto bamboo skewers if desired, or place them directly onto the hot pan.
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Grill the chicken for 4 to 5…
Grill the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until a golden crust forms and the meat is opaque and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: a golden crust forms and the meat is opaque and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Assemble the salad
Assemble the salad: In a serving bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, carrot, and cucumber.
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Top the fresh greens with the hot…
Top the fresh greens with the hot grilled chicken strips and drizzle the warm peanut dressing evenly over the dish. Serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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