Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly
– 1 cup shredded cabbage
– ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
– ½ cup roasted peanuts or cashews
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
– Optional: Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
Creating the incredible Thai Chicken Crunch Salad is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes. Shred or dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces after it cools.
2. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, and honey. Adjust the seasoning to taste as needed.
3. Combine the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, sliced bell pepper, shredded cabbage, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to mix.
4. Add Chicken: Fold in the shredded or diced chicken into the vegetable mixture until combined evenly.
5. Pour the Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat all ingredients.
6. Serve with Crunch: Just before serving, add roasted peanuts or cashews for an added crunch. Toss lightly again to distribute the nuts throughout the salad.
7. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle sliced green onions on top for an extra layer of flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g