Thai Chicken Salad
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Thai Chicken Salad, packed with fresh ingredients and zesty dressing—perfect for a light dinner or summer picnic.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh mixed greens
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, chop mixed greens, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Combine in a large bowl.
- Dice the mango and add it to the vegetable mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and sesame oil.
- Slice grilled chicken and add to the salad along with crushed peanuts. Drizzle dressing over top and toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately; garnish with additional cilantro or peanuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Marinate your chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Feel free to swap out veggies or use shrimp/tofu for protein variations.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; keep dressing separate until serving.