Description
Thai Cucumber Salad with Chicken is a refreshing and vibrant dish that marries crunchy cucumbers, savory shredded chicken, and a creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a light dinner, this salad is bursting with flavors from the unique combination of peanut butter and chili crisp. It’s not only delicious but also versatile; it can be served as a main course, side dish, or even in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or bringing a stunning salad to a potluck, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups shredded chicken
- 2 English cucumbers
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly using a mandolin or knife, then lay them between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine all peanut sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Add prepared cucumbers, shredded chicken, and green onions to the bowl with the sauce. Toss until well-coated.
- Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg