Description
Thai Chicken Mango Salad is a vibrant, refreshing salad featuring tender shredded chicken breast, sweet ripe mango, crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy peanut-lime dressing. This colorful, protein-packed salad is perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or warm-weather gatherings, offering a delicious combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
- ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts
Dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce if gluten-free is required)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, diced mango, shredded cabbage, thinly sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, thinly sliced cucumber, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and optional sriracha until the mixture is smooth and fully emulsified.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients, then toss gently to ensure all components are evenly coated with the tangy peanut-lime dressing.
- Add finishing touch: Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top of the dressed salad to add a crunchy texture and extra flavor.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh, crisp experience, or chill it in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together for an even more flavorful dish.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess and richness.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a convenient shortcut and added flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
