Thai Chicken Salad

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Thai Chicken Salad, a refreshing and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breast is seasoned to perfection and paired with a medley of crisp romaine, crunchy red cabbage, sweet carrots, and cooling cucumber. Fresh cilantro and mint add a fragrant herbaceous touch, while roasted peanuts bring a satisfying crunch. The star of the recipe is a zesty homemade dressing featuring tangy lime juice, umami-rich fish sauce, a hint of honey, and a touch of spice from fresh red chili. Ready in just 40 minutes, this salad is a perfect balance of bold Thai-inspired flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a quick and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 5 cups Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Red cabbage
• 1 cup Carrots
• 1 cup Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 piece Fresh red chili
• 0.5 tablespoon Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken cools, shred the romaine lettuce and red cabbage. Use a grater or julienne peeler to shred the carrots. Thinly slice the cucumber.

Step 4

Chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves, and roughly chop the roasted peanuts.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the fish sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, finely chopped red chili, and sesame oil. Whisk until well combined.

Step 6

Once the chicken has rested, slice it into strips or shred it with a fork.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and mint. Add the chicken strips on top.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top as garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful and refreshing Thai Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1137.2 grams (1137.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1047

Total Fat 49.50g	63%
Saturated Fat 8.30g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.40g
Cholesterol 206mg	69%
Sodium 6433mg	280%
Total Carbohydrate 79.40g	29%
Dietary Fiber 19.90g	71%
Total Sugars 40.10g
Protein 91.10g	182%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 496mg	38%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 3037mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.5%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 28.2%