How to Craft the Perfect Thai Chicken Salad in Just 7 Steps
Explore the vibrant flavors of this Thai Chicken Salad with a tangy almond dressing, juicy chicken, and crisp vegetables.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Almond Dressing
- 0.5 cup almond butter smooth
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
For the Salad
- 5 cups shredded lettuce romaine or iceberg
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken preferred
- 1.5 cups sliced cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh mint
- 0.25 cup chopped roasted peanuts optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Blend all the almond dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, mix the lettuce, chicken, cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, and mint.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, prepare the salad just before serving to ensure the freshest taste. Adjust the heat by adding more or less chili garlic sauce.