Description
A refreshing salad featuring grilled chicken, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty peanut dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium Persian or English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tbsp)
- 1–2 tsp fish sauce (to taste)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (toasted if possible)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, cilantro, red chili flakes, lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well and let sit to meld flavors.
- Add sliced chicken to the cucumber mixture and gently fold together.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts just before serving.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or in a large bowl.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with additional vegetables or herbs as desired.
- Adjust the chili flakes according to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate