Thai Chicken Salad
Thai Chicken Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings the essence of Southeast Asia to your dining table. This salad features juicy poached chicken, crunchy fresh vegetables, and a zesty Thai chili lime dressing that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings. With its healthy ingredients and customizable options, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four
- Category: Salad
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 180 – 220 g (6 – 7 oz) chicken breast
- 150 g (5 oz) mixed lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/2 large red chili, deseeded and sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted cashews
- 1/4 cup coriander/cilantro leaves
- 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander stems
- 1.5 tsp Chili Garlic Sauce
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1.5 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1.5 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Bring the chicken to room temperature before poaching in boiling water for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- In a jar, combine all dressing ingredients and shake well until mixed.
- In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 300g
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://auntcooks.com/thai-chicken-salad/