Thai Cucumber Salad with Chicken
A refreshing and vibrant Thai Cucumber Salad with Chicken, featuring crisp vegetables, tender chicken, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for light meals or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced Use grilled, baked, or boiled chicken.
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced English or Persian cucumbers are recommended.
- 1 large red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 large carrot, grated or shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish and added flavor.
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed For garnish.
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup lime juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce Can substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian option.
- 1 tablespoon sugar Can substitute with sugar alternative for low-carb version.
- 1-2 units Thai bird’s eye chilies, sliced Adjust to taste for desired heat level.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation of Cucumber
- Slice the cucumbers thinly and place them in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle a little salt over the cucumbers and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes.
Prepare Chicken
- Cook the chicken by boiling, grilling, or sautéing until fully cooked. Shred or dice into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Make Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and sliced Thai chilies until the sugar dissolves completely.
Combine Ingredients
- After the cucumbers have rested, drain excess liquid and add them to the bowl with the shredded chicken, red bell pepper, carrot, cilantro, and green onions.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Garnishing
- Top the salad with crushed roasted peanuts. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Notes
Serve as a standalone meal or side dish. Consider adding extra lime wedges, and customize with additional toppings such as sliced bell peppers or avocado. For additional spice, serve chili paste or fresh chili slices on the side.