Description
Zesty Thai chicken salad delivers a symphony of fresh herbs and tangy dressing. Crisp vegetables and tender grilled chicken create an irresistible blend of bold flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 3 cups (710 ml) green cabbage, shredded
- 3 cups (710 ml) red cabbage, shredded
- 1 ½ cups (355 ml) carrot, shredded
Protein:
- 2 cups (475 ml) cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ cup (120 ml) salted cashews, roughly chopped
Herbs and Garnish:
- ½ cup (120 ml) cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup (120 ml) green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant, zesty dressing by whisking peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Meticulously prep ingredients by shredding both green and red cabbage into fine, delicate strands using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- Dice the cooked chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure consistent flavor distribution throughout the salad.
- Julienne carrots into thin, elegant strips that will add a delightful crunch and bright color to the dish.
- Finely chop cilantro leaves, roughly break cashews into smaller fragments, and thinly slice green onions to create textural contrast.
- Combine all prepared ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, gently arranging cabbage, chicken, carrots, cilantro, cashews, and green onions.
- Drizzle the previously prepared dressing over the salad, using tongs or salad servers to thoroughly coat and intermingle all components.
- Toss the salad delicately to ensure each ingredient is evenly dressed, allowing the flavors to meld and create a harmonious culinary experience.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture and vibrant freshness of the ingredients.
Notes
- Prep work is key to a quick and delicious Thai Chicken Salad, so chop and shred ingredients beforehand for smooth assembly.
- The vibrant dressing combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors from peanut butter, lime juice, and chili sauce, creating a mouthwatering coating.
- Fresh ingredients like crisp cabbage, tender chicken, and crunchy cashews provide a delightful mix of textures in every bite.
- Customize the salad by swapping chicken with tofu, or adjusting spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- This protein-packed salad works perfectly as a light lunch, refreshing dinner, or make-ahead meal that tastes even better after flavors meld.
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping dressing and salad separate to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg