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Thai Chicken Salad

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Thai chicken salad, where crisp mixed greens, tender chicken, and a zesty dressing unite to create a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. With bursts of color from cherry tomatoes and carrots, each bite is an explosion of flavor that transports you to sunny summer days. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this salad is ideal as a light meal or a side dish at gatherings.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cups fresh mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • 1 large carrot, shredded
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, and cilantro.
  3. Whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and oil in a small bowl. Adjust sweetness or tanginess to taste.
  4. Slice the rested chicken and add it on top of the salad base. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until well combined.
  5. If desired, sprinkle chopped peanuts over the salad before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad (about 300g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg