Thai Rice Salad with Peanut Dressing

• cup white rice, uncooked↗1
• cup chunky peanut butter↗1⁄3
• cup white wine vinegar↗1⁄4
• tablespoons vegetable oil↗3
• tablespoons soy sauce↗2
• tablespoon sugar↗1
• teaspoon grated fresh ginger1
• cloves garlic, minced or pressed↗2
• teaspoon cayenne (or to taste--I like more)↗1⁄4
• cups cooked chicken, chopped↗2
• cucumber, peeled and chopped↗1
• cup onion, finely chopped↗1⁄2
• cups fresh spinach, cut into thin strips↗1 1⁄2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook rice as directed on package.

2. 2

   Transfer to a large bowl.

3. 3

   Whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, oil, soy sauce, sugar, ginger, garlic, and cayenne.

4. 4

   Add peanut sauce, chicken, cucumber and onion to rice and mix well.

5. 5

   Chill.

6. 6

   Just before serving, stir in spinach.