Description
A vibrant and crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad featuring shredded chicken, Napa and red cabbage, shredded carrots, toasted almonds, and crispy chow mein noodles, all tossed in a tangy Asian-inspired sesame dressing. This quick no-cook salad combines fresh vegetables and flavorful dressing to create a healthy and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing Ingredients
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of ½ lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, Napa cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, toasted sliced almonds, crispy chow mein noodles, sesame seeds, and freshly chopped cilantro. Mix gently to evenly distribute all the salad components.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, vegetable oil, fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, and the juice of half a lime. Season the dressing with salt and pepper, blending it thoroughly until well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss everything carefully to ensure all the salad components are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy its maximum crunchiness, or cover and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a convenient shortcut to cooked shredded chicken.
- For added flavor and texture, consider adding mandarin orange slices or edamame to the salad.
- To toast almonds, lightly heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden, stirring frequently.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh to maintain the crispness of the noodles and vegetables.
