Name: Thai-Inspired Summer Chicken Salad with Peanut-Lime Dressing
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 8 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, butter lettuce, and baby spinach); 2 cups shredded purple cabbage; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime); 1 tbsp honey; 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp warm water; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (served on the side)

Thai-Inspired Summer Chicken Salad with Peanut-Lime Dressing

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This Thai-inspired summer salad is a vibrant, family-friendly lunch that bursts with color and fresh flavors. Tender grilled chicken breast, crisp veggies, and fragrant herbs are tossed with a creamy, tangy peanut-lime dressing. The salad is designed for versatility: serve the spicy Sriracha sauce on the side so everyone can customize their heat level. Crunchy peanuts and cool mint add texture and brightness, making every bite refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for hot days, this salad is as beautiful as it is delicious—ideal for sharing around the table with both kids and adults.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
Brush chicken breasts with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper.
Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
While chicken cooks, prepare the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, warm water, and minced garlic until smooth. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and green onions.
Add sliced chicken to the salad. Drizzle with half the peanut dressing and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top for crunch.
Serve salad with remaining dressing and Sriracha or chili garlic sauce on the side, so everyone can add spice to their own plate as desired.