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Chinese Chicken Salad
Chinese Chicken Salad is an easy, yet flavorful lunch or weeknight dinner. With a perfect blend of savory chicken, fresh veggies, and a delectable dressing, this salad is a total crowd pleaser.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 473 kcal
Course:
Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Chinese
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced into thin coins
- 1 head napa cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or bragg's liquid aminos)
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or vegannaise
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in a steamer pot over boiling water. Cook for 8 minutes or until cooked through. Cool and cut into chunks. You can also use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken and skip this step.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, carrot, cabbage, bell pepper, cilantro and sesame seeds.
- Place the remaining ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to combine.
- Add the dressing to the salad and toss to combine.
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Notes
- Veggie Lover’s Dream: Swap out the chicken for tofu, tempeh, or edamame to create a delightful meatless version of this salad that’s still packed with protein.
- Gluten-Free Galore: Keep it gluten-free by using gluten-free Bragg’s liquid aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Nutty Adventure: Add some chopped peanuts or almonds for an extra layer of crunch.
- Spicy Surprise: If you’re feeling bold, sprinkle some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition Information
Calories
473kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
75mg
(25%)
Sodium
746mg
(31%)
Potassium
1777mg
(51%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
8677IU
(174%)
Vitamin C
173mg
(192%)
Calcium
417mg
(42%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 473kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 746mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 1777mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 8677IU | 174% |
| Vitamin C | 173mg | 192% |
| Calcium | 417mg | 42% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.