Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad
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4.2
Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad
Description
This salad combines shredded Napa and purple cabbage with shredded carrot for crispness and color, along with sweet red bell pepper, sliced avocado, green onions, and chopped cilantro for fresh herbaceous notes. The addition of shredded chicken introduces protein to the dish, while chopped almonds contribute a crunchy texture and nutty flavor. The chili almond dressing adds a tangy, mildly spicy component that complements the overall flavor profile.
The variety of textures ranges from crunchy cabbage, crisp bell peppers, and nuts to soft avocado and tender chicken. The balance of fresh vegetables and hearty shredded chicken makes it suitable for a light yet satisfying meal or side dish.
This salad works well as a main course for lunch or a side at dinner. Removing chicken allows a vegetarian option, which can be supplemented with chickpeas, tempeh, or tofu for protein.
The recipe suggests adjusting dressing amounts to taste, allowing flexibility in flavor intensity and moisture.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Napa cabbage or romaine lettuce, chopped/shredded
- 5 cups purple cabbage chopped/shredded
- ½ cup carrot shredded
- 1 cup red bell pepper chopped
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2-3 green onions sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup almonds chopped
- 2 cups chicken shredded
- 1 batch chili almond dressing
Instructions
- Toss cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro and shredded chicken in a large salad bowl or the salad chopper bowl.
- Toss with dressing to taste.
- Portion salad on a plate. Top with sliced avocado and chopped almonds.
Notes
- Omit chicken to make a vegetarian version and add chickpeas, tempeh, or tofu for protein.
- Toss salad with dressing just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
- Adjust chili almond dressing quantity to control salad's spice and moisture levels.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 479 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion of salad with 1/4 cup of dressing | |
| Calories | 479kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.2
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