Description
A refreshing and vibrant Thai chicken salad combining tender shredded chicken with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy, flavorful dressing. This light and healthy dish is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and is garnished with crunchy roasted peanuts for added texture.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the shredded cooked chicken, mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, thinly sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined, creating a balanced tangy and slightly sweet dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss everything carefully to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the salad for a crunchy texture. Add the thinly sliced red chili if you prefer a bit of heat and extra color.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures at their best.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh and use soy sauce instead of fish sauce.
- Adjust the amount of red chili based on your spice preference or omit entirely.
- To save time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to one day in the refrigerator without dressing.
- Roasted peanuts add a nice crunch but can be replaced with cashews or omitted for nut allergies.
