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Thai Chicken Salad

Thai Chicken Salad

This Thai Chicken Salad is a vibrant mix of flavors and textures that will uplift your spirits.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 2 cups cooked, sliced chicken breast boneless and skinless
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon chili adjust to preference
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts chopped

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl: mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint leaves. Toss to combine.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: lime juice, fish sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Add the sliced chicken breast and roasted peanuts, gently mixing to incorporate.
  5. Optional: Sprinkle additional cilantro on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Slice chicken against the grain for tenderness. Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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