Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Thai chicken salad, featuring crunchy vegetables and tender chicken, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Ideal for a healthy meal or potluck!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 medium)
- 4 cups mixed fresh vegetables (lettuce, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, lightly toasted
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp chili paste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop lettuce, bell peppers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili paste until well combined.
- Assemble: In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken and chopped vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Garnish: Top with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg