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Strawberry Pecan Salad

A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty Thai-inspired dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, and mint.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red chili (if using).
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts (if using) and season with salt to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving for extra flavor.

Notes

  • For a more intense flavor, let the salad sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spiciness of the dressing to your preference.
  • Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: Thai, Chicken, Salad, Healthy, Fresh, Light, Asian