Say goodbye to boring salads! I have so many incredible options that are hearty, colorful and are packed with amazing flavor! Some of my favorites are this Italian chopped salad, carrot salad and fresh lentil salad! You simply can’t go wrong with any of them!
Ingredients in Thai Chicken Salad Recipe
This Thai chicken salad recipe is made with simple and straightforward ingredients, yet they come together for such a delicious dish. Everyone who tries this absolutely cannot get enough! You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.
Green Cabbage: Refreshing with a slight spiciness, complemented by a natural sweetness pairs really well with the other ingredients. Red Cabbage: Finely shredded for a pop of color and satisfying crunch. It also adds a mild, slightly peppery taste. Cooked Chicken: Use leftover shredded cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience. Carrot: Shredded carrots add a natural sweetness. Cilantro: Herbs like cilantro bring a refreshing, bright flavor to the salad. If you don’t like cilantro, feel free to omit it or use parsley. Cashews: The perfect salty crunch! Green Onions: Thinly sliced green onions give this salad a mild onion taste.
For the Dressing
Creamy Peanut Butter: Use a smooth, creamy type of peanut butter. Soy Sauce: For salty, slightly sweet and umami flavor. Lime Juice: A little acidity to balance the flavors. Sesame Oil: Has a nutty, earthy flavor and is used commonly in Asian cuisine. Sweet Chili Sauce: Adds a touch of heat. Fish Sauce: Fish sauce has a little fish flavor, but mostly it is salty and very umami. Brown Sugar: Just 1 tsp adds the perfect amount of sweetness. Ginger: Freshly grated ginger for a warm, comforting kick. Garlic: A small amount of minced garlic will provide savory flavor.
How to Make Thai Chicken Salad at Home
This Thai chicken salad comes together with some simple chopping and slicing, and has the best combination of flavors! It’s always a hit when I serve it!
Chicken Options: You can buy store-bought cooked chicken or use this Chili Lime Chicken recipe. Shredding Cabbage: When I shred the cabbage, I like to use a potato peeler, it gets a perfect consistent shred. If you want larger shreds then you can do it by hand. Dressing Consistency: You can add water to the sauce to thin it a bit depending on the consistency you want. Just start with a couple teaspoons at a time. Alternative to peanut butter: If you’re worried about peanut allergies then feel free to use any of your favorite nut butters in place of the peanut butter. Vegetarian: Make this Thai chicken salad vegetarian by omitting the chicken or using air fryer tofu instead.
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