Smashed Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

 

 

 

Chinese Smashed Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

 

• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Resting time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

For a vegan version, substitute 1 block cubed tofu for the chicken.
Two poached chicken breasts will make enough for this recipe. See: How to Poach Chicken Breasts.

Ingredients

For the salad:

• 2 large English cucumbers or other thin skinned cucumbers, such as Persian or Japanese (2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound (about 2 cups) shredded cooked chicken, cold from the fridge
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, to serve
• Cilantro leaves, to serve (optional)
• Dried red chili flakes, to serve (optional)

For the dressing:

• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantr