How to Make Cucumber Chicken Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the ultimate summer salad recipe that is not only delicious and refreshing, but also packed with flavors and nutrients to keep you energized all day long. This Cucumber Chicken Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing is the perfect dish to enjoy on a hot day when you want something light and satisfying. This recipe combines crisp cucumbers, juicy chicken, and a spicy peanut dressing that will completely elevate your salad game.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup chunky peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek (chile paste)
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 4 tablespoons water, or more as needed
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced into thin strips
  • 1 cooked chicken breast, shredded into thin strands
  • 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Combine peanut butter, sambal oelek, soy sauce, sesame oil, and water in a bowl to create a sauce that is thin enough to drizzle.
  • Layer cucumber slices on a platter. Top with shredded chicken and drizzle with sauce. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top.
  • Nutrition

    720 cal.

    • Total Fat: 54g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 89mg
    • Sodium: 789mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 739mg