Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
– 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
– ¼ cup chopped green onions
– ½ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing is an enjoyable and rewarding process. Just follow these steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: If using raw chicken, grill or sauté until fully cooked. Allow to cool and shred once cool enough to handle.
2. Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and lime juice until smooth. Add water gradually to reach desired consistency.
3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded chicken, shredded carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, cilantro, and green onions.
4. Dress the Salad: Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and gently toss to evenly coat all ingredients.
5. Top with Peanuts: Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top for added crunch.
6. Season: Add salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
7. Serve: Transfer to individual bowls or plates. Garnish with lime wedges and additional peanuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g